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Will Iraq shut down the internet during the 2024 exams period?
Update: The Iraqi Ministry of Communications announced on May 19 that internet shutdowns will take place in conjunction with the…
Data on a Silver Platter: How Israel Hits Precise Targets in Lebanon
Over the past seven months, the Israeli occupation has precisely targeted people, houses, and vehicles in South Lebanon and Beirut’s…
International Court of Justice: Protect evidence in the Gaza war
We, the undersigned organisations dedicated to defending freedom of expression and information, protecting journalists and upholding digital rights, welcome South…
Bread&Net – Online 2024: Collective Responsibility at its Finest
Last Wednesday, we concluded Bread&Net – Online: Digital Rights in Times of War, where we invited participants from West Asia…
Iraq Threatens to Ban TikTok
“Banning the app will not affect institutions or education.” On March 24, Minister of Communications Hiyam Al Yasiri announced she…
#NoExamShutdown: Open letter to authorities in Iraq to #KeepItOn during exams
As part of the #NoExamShutdown campaign, we’re sending an open letter to authorities in Iraq to abstain from resorting to internet shutdowns…
Pedophilia via TikTok in Lebanon: Who is Responsible?
Rage swept Lebanon when news broke out that networks active on TikTok are luring minors to blackmail and sexually assault…