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Amsterdam has become the first capital city to legally ban advertisements for fossil fuels in a significant move towards environmental sustainability.

A paid political advertisement for Isabell Rahms of the CDU appeared on Instagram despite Meta's supposed ban on political ads, raising concerns about the integrity of the upcoming elections in Rheinland-Pfalz.

Tallinn's city council has lifted a previous ban on the use of PVC plastic in outdoor advertisements following a ruling that deemed the restriction illegal.

Argentina's ANMAT has prohibited the use, sale, distribution, and advertising of certain cosmetic products for children due to lack of proper health registrations.

Experts warn that the UK’s new junk food advertising ban may be largely ineffective due to its diluted scope and the influence of food industry lobbying.

Russia's antitrust agency has announced a ban on advertising via platforms like Telegram, YouTube, and Instagram, citing ongoing restrictions placed on these services by the state communications regulator.

Florence, Italy, is set to implement a ban on advertising related to fossil fuel consumption, aligning with a growing European trend.

Russian lawmakers seek clarification from state regulators regarding the legality of advertising on Telegram, following indications that it may be banned.

Following a ruling by the CJEU, the absolute ban on pharmacy advertising in Poland has been lifted, prompting new legislative responses.

Health officials in the UK are pushing for a ban on advertising heated tobacco products in supermarkets as legislation progresses.

The president of the Supreme Pharmaceutical Council of Poland warns that the lifting of the advertising ban for pharmacies, following a European Court ruling, has led to dangerous and irresponsible marketing practices.

An advertisement for Activision Blizzard's Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has been banned in the UK due to complaints about its trivialization of sexual violence.

Tesla discontinued using the term Autopilot in its advertising in California following a threat of a sales ban from state authorities for misleading consumers.

The European Commission has urged Poland to comply with a CJEU ruling regarding the advertising ban on pharmacies, emphasizing not just legislative pace but also quality.

The Estonian Chancellor of Justice Ülle Madise argues that Tallinn's recent ban on PVC advertising is unlawful as it conflicts with European Union law and local regulations.

Several European cities are implementing bans on advertisements for meat and high-emission products as part of environmental protection efforts.

Amsterdam's city council unanimously voted to ban all meat advertisements on public surfaces as part of a broader trend towards reduced meat consumption among citizens.

Lithuania's parliamentary legal experts criticized a proposal to ban outdoor advertising of erotic products, arguing that it is unnecessary given existing protections against harmful public information for minors.

Amsterdam will be the first city in the world to ban meat advertising in public spaces starting May 1, although meat products can still be advertised in stores that sell them.

The Senate's Science and Technology Committee approved a bill banning the advertising and sponsorship of sports betting and online games, marking a defeat for betting companies.

The European Commission is concerned about Poland's slow progress in amending pharmacy advertising laws to comply with a June 2025 ruling from the CJEU, as the current ban violates EU law.

The website Prodamp, which sells electronic cigarettes and nicotine pouches, has been fined 400,000 kroner for violating an advertising ban according to the Consumer Ombudsman.

Vietnam is implementing legislation to ban unskippable ads on YouTube and other platforms starting February 15, in an effort to protect users from screen fatigue and illegal content.

The UK government has implemented a ban on junk food advertisements to combat the growing issue of childhood obesity.

The UK has enacted a ban on junk food advertising on television before 9pm and a total online ban in an effort to combat childhood obesity.

Starting Monday, a new ban on advertising unhealthy food will be enforced to combat childhood obesity, restricting ads for HFSS products on TV from 5.30am to 9pm.

Despite a pledge from London Mayor Sadiq Khan to stop gambling ads on the transport network, firms have spent nearly £5 million on advertising since the promise was made.