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Pakistani religious body declares using VPN is against Islamic law (www.voanews.com)

submitted 7 months ago by MashedHobbits@lemy.lol to c/world@quokk.au

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According to court filings, the interior ministry ordered the PTA to suspend the platform “in the interest of upholding national security, maintaining public order and preserving the integrity of our nation.”

Opponents of the restrictions say the increased push to control online activities is aimed at curbing criticism of the Pakistani military. The powerful institution is facing intense backlash for its alleged meddling in politics since incarcerated former Prime Minister Imran Khan was pushed out of office in April 2022.

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[–] lustyargonian@lemm.ee 2 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago)

Isn't VPN like a niqab for internet?