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Media Freedom and Global Democracy Challenges
This chapter examines the backlash against an Israeli newspaper for critiquing government actions towards Palestinians, raising questions about press freedom in Israel amidst proposed legislation for media suppression. It also connects this situation to global issues, including the implications of the Ukraine-Russia conflict, COP29 negotiations, and the political climate in Hong Kong and Brazil, highlighting a worrying trend of authoritarianism. Additionally, it touches on unique legal cases, such as draft dodging in South Korea, to illustrate diverse challenges facing democracies worldwide.