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'We support press freedom:' US responds to ban on BBC documentary on Modi

The US has responded to the recent controversy over the unofficial ban on BBC documentary on Prime Minister, stating that it always "supports the importance of a free press around the world." During a regular briefing on Sunday, Ned Price said Washington supports a free press around the world and that it is a matter of utmost importance to highlight democratic principles like freedom of expression. His comments on press freedom come days after Ned Price hailed India's democracy as vibrant.