Freedom of the Press 2007: Israel
28 February 2008
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IFEX highlights how the trend of States suppressing protests and the censorship of expressions of solidarity with Palestinians on social media reflects wider systemic challenges to free expression and information that affect democracy, civic space, and human rights.
Authorities have used the Cybercrime Law to suppress citizens’ freedom of expression, launching an arrest campaign targeting activists.
“If sent back to Syria, one of the most dangerous countries in the world for journalists, they risk imminent arrest and even death.” – RSF