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Russia and Iran are making copycats of China’s Great Firewall

Russia and Iran are making copycats of China’s Great Firewall

Summary

Russia and Iran are working to build internet systems similar to China’s Great Firewall. These systems aim to control and limit access to the global internet within their countries.

Key Facts

  • China’s Great Firewall is a system that blocks certain websites and controls internet access.
  • Russia and Iran want to create similar systems to control what their citizens can see online.
  • These systems help governments monitor internet use and limit outside information.
  • The goal is to keep control over the population and reduce outside influence.
  • Limiting internet access can affect free speech and connection to the global community.
  • Such measures reflect efforts by leaders to strengthen their political power through internet control.
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