Bans & seizure

Governments ban the publication of materials such as books, newspapers and films on the grounds that they contain political, religious or morally controversial content. ARTICLE 19 works to ensure that any such bans are based on justifiable grounds and are not a form of censorship. Bans Seizure

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  Russia: Ban on “propaganda of non-traditional sexual relationships” violates international law

  11 Jun 2013

  ARTICLE 19 is deeply concerned that the Russian State Duma today approved…

• Press release

  

  Sudan: Newspaper bans violate free expression

  07 Jun 2013

  ARTICLE 19 condemns the forced closure of four newspapers by the Sudanese…

• Press release

  Kenya: High Court lifts ban on play

  19 Apr 2013

  ARTICLE 19 welcomes a decision by the High Court to lift a ban on a play…

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