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Originally Published 6 months ago — by Al Jazeera
Turkish authorities have detained four individuals over a satirical cartoon published by LeMan magazine, which depicted Prophet Muhammad and Prophet Moses in a war-like scene, sparking outrage and protests. The investigation, under charges of insulting religious values and incitement to hatred, has reignited debates on free expression and religious sensitivity in Turkey.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters
Lebanon's culture minister, backed by Hezbollah, is seeking to ban the film "Barbie" from cinemas, claiming it promotes homosexuality and contradicts religious values. The move comes amid a broader campaign against the LGBT community, with powerful religious leaders and the Christian far right joining forces. Lebanon, once seen as a safe haven for the LGBT community in the Middle East, has recently seen tensions rise over the issue. The film, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, has already grossed over $1 billion worldwide.