Mexican journalist Alan García’s whereabouts unknown after December abduction
According to CPJ data, at least three journalists were killed in Mexico for their work in 2022
Police assault 2 journalists covering political protest in the Maldives
In that video of Shaheed being pushed to the ground, he can be seen carrying a camera and wearing his press pass around his neck.
In Myanmar ‘We Have Lost Our Freedom of Expression’
The current environment makes it difficult for journalists to work, and as a result, the right of access to information is diminishing.
Russian Journalist Sentenced for Speaking Out on Ukraine
Nevzorov, who moved abroad after the start of the Ukrainian conflict, didn't have an immediate comment on the verdict.
Indian Journalist Walks Free After 2 Years in Jail
Kappan has maintained his innocence and says that he had only traveled from his home state of Kerala to do his duties as a journalist.
Cameroon Detains Media Mogul, Police Over Journalist's Killing
Several other journalists in Cameroon say they have received death threats.
Number of Journalists Jailed in Turkey Doubles, Report Finds
The data makes Turkey the fourth most prolific jailer of journalists globally behind Iran, China and Myanmar. Globally, CPJ found 363 journalists in prison for their work.
Iranian journalists face long prison terms, lashes, and harsh restrictions over protest coverage
CPJ’s email to the Iran mission to the United Nations for comment, but did not receive any response.
Taliban bans radio broadcasts of VOA and RFE/RL in Afghanistan
In its statement, RFE/RL said it would continue working outside the country and would expand options to reach its audience through other platforms.
Account of arrest of suspected mastermind in Cameroonian journalist’s murder
Around 20 members of Cameroon’s General Directorate for External Investigations (DGRE) have been arrested in recent days for their alleged role in Zogo’s murder
RSF and 15 media outlets call for the release of French-Afghan journalist Mortaza Behboudi, held in Afghanistan
Behboudi began his career as a photojournalist at the age of 16 in Afghanistan
Ukrainska Pravda journalists receive menacing messages online after report on politician
Tkach’s car was torched in Kyiv in 2020, and Musaieva has received death threats over her work, as CPJ has documented.
French-Afghan Photojournalist Detained by Taliban
Concerns are mounting for an award-winning photojournalist detained in Kabul by the Taliban for nearly a month.
Taiwan Broadcaster Aims to Fill Gaps in Coverage
Its arrival comes as China is pushing its influence into Taiwan’s media environment.
Pakistani newspaper editor threatened over story about high-level corruption
Pakistani newspaper editor threatened over story about high-level corruption.
BBC Film About India's PM Modi, 2002 Riots Draws Government Ire
The documentary has caused a storm at other Indian universities too.
Spending Package Includes Media Support but Drops Shield Law
The Local Journalism Sustainability Act is a bipartisan bill that would help provide tax credits to newsrooms that hire local journalists, small businesses that advertise in local media, and to consumers.
Independent News Outlet Staff Go on Trial in Belarus
According to Viasna, there are over 1,400 political prisoners in Belarus.
Even journalists deemed close to the junta are no longer safe in Burma
The two journalists, Win Oo and Zaw Min Oo, were not on the military junta’s list of wanted journalists.
As a result of the liberation of Kherson, RSF has called for the restoration of accreditation for journalists
At least 11,000 journalists are now officially accredited to cover the war in Ukraine.