China Cracks Down on Terrorist Propaganda

China Cracks Down on Terrorist Propaganda

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In response to an attack on a train station where 29 people were knifed to death by extremists, China announced it will crack down on video and audio recordings that promote terrorism, religious extremism, and separatism.

The notice, published by judicial, cultural, and public security organizations, said it is forbidden to spread such video and audio recordings on the web, via mobile phone, on social media, and online marketplaces, among other means.

iHLS – Israel Homeland Security

According to Security Management Chinese authorities are especially concerned about the region of Xinjian, which they say is home to separatist militants who are motivated by religious extremism.