Religious conflicts and media relations
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Eka Tkhilava, Giorgi Abazadze
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Religious conflicts and media relations face special challenges in the age of modern information technology. Religious beliefs often hold a sacred and central place in the lives of individuals; they shape their identity, values, and purpose. Consequently, when freedom of expression touches on religious sensitivities, conflicts can arise.
A religious crisis is often created by intentional or unintentional statements that question or offend deeply held religious beliefs. Therefore, the role of the media in regulating this process is very important, and it plays a key role in the world political and religious field.
While freedom of expression is a fundamental right, it also carries with it a responsibility to balance individual freedoms among different communities.
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Eka Tkhilava, Giorgi Abazadze
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