Disinformation and censorship contribute to a global decline in press freedom
Disinformation and propaganda have a disastrous effect on independent news.
Russian authorities seek 9-year prison term for journalist Maria Ponomarenko, detain RFE/RL columnist Iskander Yasaveyev
In August 2022, police searched Yasaveyev ‘s home and took him in for questioning
Indian reporter murdered over story just hours after publication
The accused killer must be brought to trial without delay, RSF says.
Demands for an international investigation into the murder of journalist Al-Absi
International and local Yemeni press freedom organizations call for an international investigation.
Uganda Court Quashes Part of Law Used Against Government Critics
There was no immediate response from government spokesman Ofwono Opondo to a Reuters request for comment.
Senegalese journalist Pape Ndiaye jailed on false news charges
CPJ’s calls to government spokesperson Abdou Kerim Fofana and Justice Minister Ismaila Madior Fall rang unanswered or did not connect.
Russia Outlaws Meduza News Site in Latest Media Crackdown
Those prosecuted for cooperating with an undesirable organization can face heavy fines or even multiyear jail terms.
78 African journalists urge Senegal to free reporter, respect press freedom
Niang is currently hospitalised as a result of going on hunger strike and his health is beginning to deteriorate.
Turkish authorities arrest employee of Yeni Yaşam newspaper in terrorism investigation
CPJ emailed the Ankara chief prosecutor’s office for comment but did not immediately receive any response.
A group of armed men beat two Afghan journalists, leaving one unconscious
The attackers questioned Salimi about his journalistic activities.
Pakistani journalist Imran Riaz Khan arrested
According to the penal code, those offenses can carry prison sentences of two to seven years and an unspecified fine.
Kazakh financial police arrest investigative journalist Mikhail Kozachkov
Kozachkov had recently received threats against him and his family.
Media Climate in Albania Worsening, Press Freedom Advocates Say
In 2022, Albania fell 20 places in the press freedom index compiled by international watchdog Reporters Without Borders, from 83rd to 103rd place.
Mexican Journalists, Cultural Commentators Demand President End Provocations
According to Paris-based Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Mexico is the world's deadliest country for journalists.
Letter Bombs Are Latest Threat Directed at Ecuador's Media
All the targets in the letter bomb campaign were high-profile television and radio journalists.
Burkina Faso Banning Free Press 'Bit by Bit,' Says France 24 Journalist After Broadcaster's Suspension
Burkina Faso’s military government suspended the international broadcaster after it aired an excerpt of an interview with the head of a regional al-Qaida affiliate earlier this month.
Kafkaesque arrest and muzzled media in Algeria
Many journalists were harassed and arrested,
In light of the death of Hawar News Agency reporter by airstrikes, CPJ calls on the Turkish authorities to investigate
ANHA is a news agency affiliated with the Kurdish administration of northeast Syria.
Russian Journalist Gets Six Years for Accusing Russia of Ukraine Theater Bombing
Kyiv accused Russia of bombing the theater, while Russia said it had been blown up by Ukrainian nationalists.
An Australian law making Facebook and Google pay for news has been successful
The tech firms inked more than 30 deals with media outlets compensating them for content.