Armenia

Comparison of International and Domestic Legal Mechanisms Protecting Freedom of Political Expression and Addressing Hate Speech on Social Media in Armenia

Text: This study explores how Armenia’s legal framework addresses hate speech directed at political opinions on social media. By comparing domestic legislation with international standards like the ICCPR, ECHR, and the Rabat Plan of Action, it highlights key legal shortcomings and offers practical recommendations to strengthen the protection of political expression and democratic discourse.