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Saudi Censorship Sparks Outcry at Internet Governance Forum

2/7/2025

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A panel discussion at the Internet Governance Forum in Riyadh faced controversy after the Saudi government raised concerns, leading to edits that silenced activist Lina al-Hathloul's remarks. Human Rights Watch condemned this censorship, while the IGF defended its actions as necessary to uphold its code of conduct and ensure a range of viewpoints.

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A panel discussion at the Internet Governance Forum in Riyadh faced controversy after the Saudi government raised concerns, leading to edits that silenced activist Lina al-Hathloul's remarks. Human Rights Watch condemned this censorship, while the IGF defended its actions as necessary to uphold its code of conduct and ensure a range of viewpoints.