https://www.mondialnews.com/2025/07/23/new-russian-bill-seeks-to-penalize-online-searches-for-extremist-content/
A controversial new bill proposed in Russia aims to criminalize online searches for information labeled as “extremist,” raising alarms among free speech advocates and digital rights experts. According to reports from PBS, the legislation would expand the government’s ability to monitor and penalize internet users who access content deemed politically or socially sensitive. Critics argue the measure represents a significant crackdown on online freedom and could further restrict the flow of information in the country’s already tightly controlled media landscape.
Russian Bill Targets Online Searches for Extremist Content Raising Free Speech Concerns
The proposed legislation introduces stringent measures targeting individuals who search for materials labeled as “extremist” online. Critics argue that the bill’s broad definitions and vague criteria could lead to significant overreach, effectively criminalizing ordinary internet use and infringing upon basic freedoms. The measure…
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Author : Miles Cooper
Publish date : 2025-07-23 07:49:00
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