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Factbox-Turkey's strict new press and social media 'disinformation' law

Main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) lawmakers hold placards as they protest against a contentious media bill, proposed by President Tayyip Erdogan's AK Party and its nationalist allies, at the Turkish Parliament in Ankara, Turkey October 4, 2022. REUTERS/Stringer

Turkey's parliament on Thursday adopted a law proposed by President Tayyip Erdogan's party that would jail journalists and social media users for up to three years for spreading "disinformation", despite deep concerns over free speech.

The law, which still needs to be approved by the president, would also make social media companies pass on details on anyone who spreads false information, and appoint local representatives to handle the removal of content when required.

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