Media

No Future for Iranian Web Restrictions

Despite regime’s sporadic attempts to block internet access, pragmatic commercial interests dictate trend towards greater openness.

1 Oct 10

24 Sep 10

Media experts call for broader consultations to ensure legislation achieves goal of greater press freedom.

14 Sep 10

3 Sep 10

Farsi1 television is pure entertainment, but Iranian officials aren't amused.

3 Sep 10

23 Aug 10

Turkmen leader calls for private newspaper, but few local journalists take him at his word.

2 Aug 10

23 Jul 10

State broadcaster rejects accusations it backs government line.

19 Jul 10

Probe into murder of satirical blogger has yet to yield results, fuelling anxiety among rights groups and media workers.

16 Jul 10

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