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Thousands protest Czech government's public media overhaul after rushed vote

Straits Times25 October 2026, 17:45 UTCCzech Republic

PRAGUE, Oct 25 - Thousands protested in Prague on Sunday after government lawmakers gave initial backing to public media funding changes in a rare overnight vote despite criticism the overhaul will damage media independence.

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