Pakistan Starts Sweeping New Crackdown on Journalists
- Posted on August 6, 2026
- Kashmir
- By The New York Times
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Pakistan intensifies media control measures amid escalating Kashmir unrest, implementing restrictive policies that limit journalistic freedom for both domestic and international reporters. The government's sweeping crackdown aims to manage information flow during the political crisis, raising concerns about press freedom and transparency in conflict-affected regions. These restrictions impact independent coverage of security developments and civilian perspectives in the disputed territory.
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Pakistan Starts Sweeping New Crackdown on Journalists
With a protest movement in Kashmir challenging its authority in the region, Pakistan restricts independent reporting by local and foreign media. continue reading...