Article 19 of the ICCPR

Article 19 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) safeguards individuals' freedom of expression, including the right to hold opinions, seek, receive, and share information and ideas through any media or without restrictions. It emphasizes that this right can only be limited if necessary to protect national security, public order, public health, or morals, and such limitations must be prescribed by law. This article balances the freedom to express oneself with the need to prevent harm or protect important societal interests, ensuring that speech is free while maintaining certain boundaries for the common good.