Experts monitoring freedom of expression at the United Nations and key regional organizations expressed concern Friday at the growing prevalence of “fake news” and propaganda — and alarm at public authorities denigrating the media as “lying” or “the opposition.”
In a joint declaration, the experts highlight the obligation of governments to foster freedom of expression and state that restrictions can only be imposed in accordance with international law — including to prohibit advocating hatred and incitement to violence, discrimination or hostility.
