Iraq - In draconian move, Iraq suspends licences of 10 TV stations

Reporters without borders

Reporters Without Borders firmly condemns yesterday's decision by Iraq's Media and Communications Commission to suspend the licences of 10 foreign-based satellite TV channels for “inciting violence and sectarianism.” “This draconian and disproportionate decision has seriously endangered freedom of information,” Reporters Without Borders said. “Although the media must act responsibly, they are just doing their job when they cover Iraq's current serious divisions and tension. " “We urge the Media (...)

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