The U.S. Navy is restricting public access to service members' history, citing security and harassment concerns. This move, expanding a previous policy, limits information previously available for decades, drawing criticism from First Amendment advocates who argue it suppresses speech and transparency.
The UK plans to ban social media access for under-16s without age verification, requiring ID uploads. Critics argue this will increase data collection by Big Tech, harm privacy, and stifle competition, while proponents seek tighter speech restrictions.
Iran's National Security Council approved 'Internet Pro,' offering limited paid internet access to select groups. Critics argue this turns a right into a privilege, excluding many, including women and students, while major platforms remain inaccessible without VPNs.
Russian Permanent Representative to the UN Vasily Nebenzya accused Ukraine of carrying out terrorist attacks on Russian civilians and journalists at the 48th session of the UN General Assembly Committee on Information. He stated that Ukrainian army attacks killed six Russian journalists in 2025, with one correspondent surviving a drone attack in 2026. Nebenzya also criticized Western countries for restricting free information access, blocking opposition media in Ukraine, and allowing the Mirotvorets extremist website to operate. The US denied an entry visa to a Russian delegation member, which Russia called a violation of host country agreements.
