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Netanyahu Demands Prosecution of NAZA Sources as Documentary Crosses $500k
world1 day ago

Netanyahu Demands Prosecution of NAZA Sources as Documentary Crosses $500k

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for a comprehensive investigation and prosecution of the anonymous sources in the award-winning documentary NAZA, accusing them of treason and libel. The film, which alleges the use of AI systems to kill civilians in Gaza, has sparked intense political backlash, including threats to revoke the directors' citizenship, while simultaneously achieving commercial success in North America. The Israeli military denies the claims, asserting that strike approvals remain human-controlled, but the documentary has drawn support from 43 Israeli rights groups and critical acclaim at the Venice Film Festival.

via Al Jazeera|
#ai-targeting#benjamin-netanyahu#israel-gaza-conflict
Turkish Comedian Freed After 88 Days in Prison for Jokes About Erdoğan
world15 days ago

Turkish Comedian Freed After 88 Days in Prison for Jokes About Erdoğan

Deniz Göktaş, a prominent Turkish stand-up comedian, was released from prison on Monday after an Istanbul court convicted him of insulting President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Although the court ordered his release due to time served, he faces a travel ban and an appeal process. Göktaş, who spent 88 days in solitary confinement, denied the charges, arguing that his comments were political characterizations rather than insults. His case highlights ongoing tensions regarding press freedom and dissent in Turkey.

via Yahoo|
#deniz-goktas#freedom-of-expression#media-censorship
Trump Escalates Attacks on Female Journalists Amid UN Speech and Media Ban Backlash
us-politics16 days ago

Trump Escalates Attacks on Female Journalists Amid UN Speech and Media Ban Backlash

President Donald Trump intensified his confrontation with the press during his UN General Assembly address, specifically targeting CNN correspondent Kaitlan Collins and other female journalists. He dismissed Obama’s claim that a world run by women would be better as 'ridiculous' and told Collins to be 'quiet.' This occurred amid a federal court battle over his ban of CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House.

via The Independent|
#donald-trump#kaitlan-collins#media-censorship
politics20 days ago

DOJ seeks to overturn 49-year precedent in bid to justify White House press ban

The Justice Department is asking federal courts to overturn a 49-year-old precedent that guarantees equal press access to the White House. The administration argues that banning Politico, CNN, and MS NOW is justified by national security concerns, citing coverage of the Iran war and a new ballroom. The outlets have sued, claiming the ban violates the First Amendment, with a hearing scheduled for Wednesday.

via Politico|
#first-amendment#media-censorship#national-security
CNN, MS NOW, and Politico Sue to Reclaim White House Access After Trump's 'Fake News' Ban
politics22 days ago

CNN, MS NOW, and Politico Sue to Reclaim White House Access After Trump's 'Fake News' Ban

CNN, MS NOW, and Politico filed a federal lawsuit on Monday challenging President Trump's ban on their White House access, arguing it violates the First Amendment. In response, four major TV networks suspended shared coverage of the president, while the White House Correspondents' Association condemned the move as an attempt to intimidate the press.

via AP News|
#first-amendment#media-censorship#politics
Trump Bans CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from White House; Legal and Political Battles Emerge
politics23 days ago

Trump Bans CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from White House; Legal and Political Battles Emerge

President Donald Trump banned CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from White House grounds on September 19, 2026, citing 'fake news' and 'lies' in their reporting. The ban took effect immediately, with reporters turned away at security kiosks. The administration and some Republican lawmakers defended the move as a legitimate exercise of executive authority, while the outlets, press-freedom groups, and Democratic officials condemned it as a First Amendment violation. Legal experts expect the outlets to seek injunctions, and the White House Correspondents’ Association urged the president to lift the ban but stopped short of boycotting his annual press dinner.

via NBC News|
#first-amendment#media-censorship#midterm-elections
Israel’s Unified Backlash Against NAZA Documentary Exposes Deep Media Censorship
middle-east24 days ago

Israel’s Unified Backlash Against NAZA Documentary Exposes Deep Media Censorship

The Israeli documentary NAZA, which features anonymous military sources discussing AI-targeted strikes in Gaza, has triggered a unified and severe backlash from Israeli politicians, media, and far-right activists. While the film’s core allegations were previously reported, its release has exposed a stark gap between Israeli public perception and media coverage, with officials calling for the filmmakers’ citizenship revocation and treason charges.

via Al Jazeera|
#israel-palestine-conflict#israeli-elections-2026#media-censorship
politics24 days ago

Trump Announces Immediate White House Ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico

President Donald Trump announced on September 18, 2026, that he is banning reporters from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House. The move, announced via Truth Social, cites 'fake news' and 'fiction' as justification but lacks specific examples. The outlets and press-freedom advocates have condemned the action as a violation of the First Amendment, while legal experts note the uncertain outcome of potential lawsuits based on recent judicial rulings regarding the Associated Press.

via Politico|
#donald-trump#first-amendment#media-censorship
Trump Announces Immediate Ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico White House Access
politics25 days ago

Trump Announces Immediate Ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico White House Access

President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he is banning CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House, citing 'fake news' coverage. The move lacks clear implementation details, with CNN reporters remaining on-site, and has drawn condemnation from press freedom groups and Democratic lawmakers as a potential First Amendment violation.

via AP News|
#donald-trump#first-amendment#media-censorship
Iran orders media to downplay strike damage as US widens war
world2 months ago

Iran orders media to downplay strike damage as US widens war

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council allegedly issued a confidential directive asking media outlets to limit reporting on damage to civilian infrastructure from strikes, avoid publishing critical details, and use vague language about disruptions, with casualty figures to come only from the Health Ministry and emergency services, as the US signals a broader war against Iran; the move unfolds amid renewed strikes and amid a broader domestic debate between hardliners and moderates over diplomacy and national unity.

via ایران اینترنشنال|
#civilian-infrastructure#diplomacy#iran