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「いい盆栽ゲット」 海外SNS投稿に仰天「うちの!」 盗難頻発

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The French Constitutional Council's recent decision to strike down France's proposed ban on social media access for children under 15 has sparked concerns about its impact on a global movement. The council ruled that the law infringes upon the fundamental right to free speech, which protects individuals' freedom to express their thoughts and opinions.

This judgment is based on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the modern significance of online communication in democratic life. The council emphasized that the law's broad scope, which aims to protect minors from online risks, is disproportionate and could limit individuals' right to privacy. As a result, the government plans to revise the bill, taking into account the Constitutional Council's concerns.

The decision is expected to reverberate across the world, as countries like Australia, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Canada are currently debating similar regulations to control social media access for minors.

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