KABUL (Reuters) - Afghan authorities have arrested four journalists on propaganda charges after they tried to enter the contested area of Spin Boldak in southern Kandahar province, where security forces have been clashing with Taliban fighters, officials said on Tuesday.
The move drew swift criticism from media and rights advocates, though the government said they wanted to ensure reporters were safe.
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