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March 20, 2019

Russia Signs New Laws Censoring State Critics
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Meanwhile, in Russia, President Vladimir Putin signed two new media laws
Monday in what critics say is a ramp-up of state censorship. The laws
target so-called fake news and criticism of public officials, and impose
penalties on individuals and groups that disrespect the state, including
hefty fines and blocking the sites. Individuals are also subject to
imprisonment for certain offenses.


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