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YouTube still blocked In Morocco

Internet users in Morocco have expressed worries that the reason for the inaccessibility of YouTube could be government measures against the website for carrying news items on Morocco's occupation in the West Sahara region.

by Susheela Hegde

However, the government denied this and said a technical snag is behind the problem.

Those who subscribe to the state-owned telecom providers haven't been able to access the website since May 25. However, subscribers to private providers haven't had a problem with YouTube accessibility.

Google Inc.'s YouTube blackout has prompted media-watchdog reporters to raise concerns over freedom of the press.

Sources said the administration is less tolerant of news critical of its programs or monarchy.

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Tags: censorship, democracy, Morocco, YouTube

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