French military bill would require prior censorship of books and media by former intelligence agents
Article 17 of France's updated military programming law, under review this week, would require former intelligence agents to obtain prior approval before publishing books, research articles, conferences, op-eds, or documentaries. Critics say the measure violates freedom of expression.
Article 17 of the draft update to France's military programming law, under review this week, would require current and former intelligence agents to obtain prior validation before publishing books, research articles, conferences, op-eds, or documentaries.
Critics say the measure contradicts the right to freedom of expression. The provision is part of a broader revision of the military programming law currently being examined by lawmakers.
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3What does Article 17 of France's military programming law require?
Article 17 would require former intelligence agents to obtain prior approval before publishing books, research articles, conferences, op-eds, or documentaries.
Why is Article 17 controversial?
Critics say the measure violates freedom of expression by imposing prior censorship on former intelligence agents.
When is the French military programming law under review?
The updated law is under review this week.