© Sudanese Visual Artist and Political Cartoonist, Khalid Al Baih

Egypt: Galal El-Behairy’s Fight for Freedom

Arrested in 2018 for criticizing corruption, Egyptian poet Galal El-Behairy has endured torture, harsh prison conditions, and prolonged detention. His case exemplifies Egypt’s escalating crackdown on artistic freedom.
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Artists Defying Harassment in Tunisian Streets

In Tunisia, artists face growing harassment and censorship, yet they continue to reclaim public spaces through creative expression. Ballet dancer Nesrine Ben Arbia performs in historic locations, resisting conservative pressures.
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Iranian Filmmakers Face Censorship Challenges

Iranian filmmakers face significant challenges due to strict censorship, which limits creative freedom and forces many to produce films in secret or leave the country. Nina Zarabi's story highlights these challenges
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Senate Hearing Tackles "Censorship Industrial Complex"

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution held a hearing on March 25, 2025, addressing concerns over censorship and threats to free speech.
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Oscar-Winning Director Assaulted and Detained in West Bank

Hamdan Ballal, co-director of "No Other Land," was assaulted by Israeli settlers and detained by soldiers in the West Bank
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Columbia Crackdown: Activism, Arrests, and Funding

The Mahmoud Khalil case has become a focal point in the ongoing controversy surrounding Columbia University, free speech, and federal funding.
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Musk’s X Suspends Opposition Accounts in Turkey

X blocks opposition accounts amid Turkey protests, raising free speech concerns.
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Istanbul Mayor’s Arrest Sparks Mass Protests

The recent jailing of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu has sparked significant political unrest in Turkey, leading to widespread protests and heightened tensions between the government and opposition forces.
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Albania Bans TikTok, Ignite Protests

The Albanian government’s decision to ban TikTok for a year has led to public outrage and protests. Officials cite youth protection, while critics argue it’s a move to control information ahead of elections.
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The Devastating Loss of Gaza's Artists: A Cultural Catastrophe

The war in Gaza has wiped out a generation of artists across all fields, erasing voices crucial to Palestinian culture and identity.
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The Death of Palestinian Artist Dorgham Quraiqi in Israeli Airstrike

Dorgham Quraiqi, a 28-year-old Palestinian artist, was tragically killed in an Israeli airstrike on March 18, 2025. He was known for his oil paintings and community work supporting children
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Miami Beach Mayor vs. Indie Theatre

Miami Beach's mayor is trying to cut funding for O Cinema after it screened the controversial film No Other Land.
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The Future of AI-Driven Cultural Heritage

By adopting AI in cultural heritage management, communities finally get tools to analyse and tell own stories with precision and control. This article addresses the report to Human Rights Council
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Digitalizing Cultural Heritage: Protecting Rights and Access

UN report highlights the risks of cultural heritage digitalization, urging ethical policies to prevent exclusion, misappropriation, and power imbalances..
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"No Other Land" Wins Oscar Amid Debate

Arts dialogue highlights culture’s role in Syria’s future amid ministry debates and creative economy talks.
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"Defending American Arts, Culture, and Democracy"

Arts dialogue highlights culture’s role in Syria’s future amid ministry debates and creative economy talks.
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Syria’s Arts Sector Pushes Forward

Arts dialogue highlights culture’s role in Syria’s future amid ministry debates and creative economy talks.
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Punk Band Faces Censorship Battle

Sukatani’s censored song sparks protests and debate on free speech, with police facing allegations of intimidation.
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Serbia’s Arts Community Joins Protests

Theatre workers join Serbia’s mass protests after the Novi Sad railway tragedy, demanding justice
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Arts and Free Speech Organizations Warn of a “Golden Age” of Propaganda and a “Starvation Age” for Culture

A cohort of national free speech and arts organizations expressed outrage at the Trump Administration’s recent efforts to establish ideological control over federally-funded cultural initiatives in the United States
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Syria’s National Dialogue Conference: A Step Toward Reform or a Missed Opportunity for Cultural and Press Freedoms?

Significant concerns have emerged regarding the lack of representation from key sectors. This raises questions about whether the conference genuinely fosters an inclusive national dialogue or merely reinforces pre-existing power structures
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Arts Censorship Gives Heated Debate

Censorship of Palestinian symbols in Australian arts fuels major controversy and artistic freedom concerns.
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Trump's Kennedy Center Takeover Sparks Censorship Fears

Recent actions by the Trump administration that have sparked concerns about censorship in the US arts scene
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Fareed Armaly Rejects Käthe Kollwitz Prize

Fareed Armaly rejects Käthe Kollwitz Prize from the Berlin Academy of Arts, protesting Germany’s censorship, racism, and suppression of Palestinian voices.
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An Overview of Syrian Art Production over the Last Decade

This special issue of Regards not only highlights the resilience and creativity of Syrian artists but also contributes to the broader discourse on the role of art in times of crisis. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars, artists, and anyone interested in understanding the intersection of art, politics, and social change in the Syrian context.
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Government Ensures No Book Censorship in Bangladesh

Cultural Affairs Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has reaffirmed the government’s strong commitment to freedom of expression and writing, dismissing any possibility of book censorship.
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Chile protests persist with artists involved

Despite a decline in revolutionary fervor in recent years, large-scale protests persist in Chile as of January 2025, particularly in Santiago and other major cities.
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Georgian Artists Targeted in Crackdown on Dissents

The Georgian government has been accused of detaining, assaulting, and fabricating charges against prominent cultural figures in a bid to silence dissent and consolidate authoritarian control.
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