RSF: Iran blocks 20 websites
May 27th, 2008Posted by Laura Oliver in Editors' pick, Online Journalism
The Iranian government has blocked a host of feminist websites and sites run by independent journalists in a crackdown on online censorship.
RSF says the move is part of preparation for the country’s presidential election next year.
ISPs have been urged to censor content, while site editors will face court proceedings.
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