Also means
protection of journalistic sources
Usage Note
Quellenschutz is the legal and ethical principle protecting journalists from being compelled to reveal their sources. It is considered a cornerstone of press freedom in Germany.
Examples
"Der Journalist berief sich auf den Quellenschutz und schwieg."
Natural Translation
The journalist invoked source protection and remained silent.
Literal Translation
The journalist invoked the source-protection and was-silent.

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