UNHRC unequivocally condemns internet blocking and disruptions [Read Resolution]
The United Nations Human Rights Council on Friday passed a resolution condemning countries that prevent or disrupt access to the internet.According to the resolution, individuals’ online and offline rights, such as “freedom of expression” and choice of media deserve the same protections. The United Nations Human Rights Council on Friday passed a resolution condemning countries that prevent or disrupt access to the internet. According to the resolution, individuals’ online and offline rights, such as “freedom of expression” and choice of media deserve the same protections. The UN Council denounced “unequivocally measures to intentionally prevent or disrupt access to or dissemination of information online in violation of international human rights law.” The resolution affirms that the same rights that people have offline must also be protected online.


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UNHRC unequivocally condemns internet blocking and disruptions [Read Resolution]

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