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In this report from Erbil Ahmed Ghafur reports on the latest from the Kurdistan Region, including a proposed law by KRG to control online media and social media, which has received criticism from many, including academics, activists, and journalist. It is feared that these laws will limit the freedom of the press and freedom of expression.

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In this report from Erbil Ahmed Ghafur reports on the latest from the Kurdistan Region, including a proposed law by KRG to control online media and social media, which has received criticism from many, including academics, activists, and journalist. It is feared that these laws will limit the freedom of the press and freedom of expression.

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