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Iraq: US, UK condemn bill criminalizing homosexuality

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Press freedom

Media freedom is protected by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. A free and independent media landscape is a fundamental characteristic of democracies. DW reports regularly on restrictions to press freedom.

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Russia: Navalny-linked journalists arrested over 'extremism'

Two Russian journalists have been accused of working for a group founded by the late Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny.

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Is YouTube India's next battleground for free speech?

As journalists and commentators migrate to YouTube, Indian officials are tweaking media laws to expand their reach.

Mali widens crackdown on politics, media

The ruling junta has imposed bans on the activities of political parties and media coverage of political life.

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A child refugee from Ukraine holds a Ukrainian flag as she walks through a temporary welcome center tent outside the main train station in Berlin

Ukraine's Romani people face discrimination in Germany

Fleeing from Ukraine's war, Romani people in Germany often encounter racism instead of help.

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German lawmakers back law easing gender choice

Jamie, a 21-year-old transgender man, is celebrating the new law that gives citizens autonomy over names and gender.

Anne Mahrer and Rosmarie Wyder-Walti, of the Swiss elderly women group "Senior Women for Climate Protection," talk to journalists

Swiss pensioners win European climate case

The landmark ruling in favor of Swiss seniors could have an impact on climate and environment legislation across Europe.

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