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Marlboro under fire over ads encouraging youth smoking

Marlboro under fire over ads encouraging youth smoking

Marlboro is facing backlash for advertising campaigns in regions including Asia, Morocco, and Germany that critics say encourage young people to smoke. These advertisements reportedly contradict the company's stated goal of reducing cigarette sales.

Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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