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Iran Has A Draconian Media Bill And It Could Put Citizens Behind Bars For Talking To Foreign News Outlets

Iran's parliament approved a bill that could criminalize unauthorized communication with foreign media outlets deemed "hostile", raising concerns over press freedom and dissent. The legislation, presented as a national-security measure, was approved in principle on August 16.

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