The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over a new Pentagon policy restricting media access. The policy, deemed unconstitutional, threatens free press rights.
In a bold move, The New York Times is suing the Pentagon over new reporting restrictions that it claims violate constitutional rights. The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court, aims to challenge policies that threaten press freedom.
The Pentagon has implemented stringent new media restrictions, forcing journalists to sign pledges limiting their access and information gathering. Critics warn this undermines press freedom and public accountability.
Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, was arrested in a dramatic government crackdown, raising concerns over political repression and the future of dissent in Turkey. The opposition leader's future is now uncertain amid allegations of corruption.