The UK and other European nations have faced criticism from US figures, particularly Vice President JD Vance, for allegedly limiting free speech. Vance's comments were made during a meeting with President Trump and Prime Minister Starmer, who defended the UK's commitment to free speech, citing legal protections. The discussion also touched on the UK's anti-hate speech laws and the Online Safety Act, which some argue could hinder freedom of expression. Vance has also criticized the EU for similar reasons, but experts suggest his claims may be misleading. European countries generally rank higher than the US in terms of press freedom. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)