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Press Freedom

March 24, 2007

Restrictions and cases concerning the freedom of the press across Europe have made it a hot topic in recent months. DW-WORLD.DE takes a look at the continued struggle for freedom of speech free from restrictions.

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Restrictions and cases concerning the freedom of the press across Europe have made it a hot topic in recent months. DW-WORLD.DE takes a look at the continued struggle for freedom of speech free from censure.
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