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Vietnam Arrests Influential Journalist Huy Duc for Facebook Posts Criticizing Government

Authorities detain Truong Huy San, known as Huy Duc, citing 'abuse of democratic freedoms' in his social media commentary.

  • Huy Duc, a prominent journalist, was arrested for posts deemed to violate state interests.
  • Vietnam ranks 174th in global press freedom, reflecting severe media censorship.
  • Huy Duc's recent posts criticized high-ranking officials and government policies.
  • The arrest follows a broader crackdown on dissent and free speech in Vietnam.
  • International groups call for Huy Duc's immediate release, citing press freedom concerns.
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