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Turkey's Cyber Law Fuels Protests and Censorship Fears

3/27/2025

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Turkey's recent cybersecurity law, enacted on March 13, 2025, has sparked fears for digital rights and freedom of expression. Critics warn it paves the way for government censorship and harsh penalties for journalists. The arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu ignited widespread protests, met with social media crackdowns and escalating police violence against demonstrators.

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Turkey's recent cybersecurity law, enacted on March 13, 2025, has sparked fears for digital rights and freedom of expression. Critics warn it paves the way for government censorship and harsh penalties for journalists. The arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu ignited widespread protests, met with social media crackdowns and escalating police violence against demonstrators.