The lower house of Jordan's parliament passed legislation Thursday to punish online speech deemed harmful to national unity, drawing accusations from human rights groups of a new crackdown on free expression in a country where censorship and repression are increasingly common.
The measure makes certain online posts punishable with months of prison time and fines. These include comments "promoting, instigating, aiding, or inciting immorality," demonstrating "contempt for religion" or "undermining national unity."
Lawmakers have argued that the measure, which amends a 2015 cybercrime law, is necessary to punish blackmailers and online attackers. "This law is disastrous and will lead to turning Jordan into a large prison," opposition lawmaker Saleh Al-Armoiti said after Thursday's vote.
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