Afghan Journalists Navigate a Changed Landscape
Restrictions against media increased last year.
Rwandan Journalist Killed in Accident; Advocates Call for Independent Investigation
Rwandan police say John Williams Ntwali was killed in a motorbike accident in the capital, Kigali, at about 2:50 a.m. local time Wednesday.
Ukraine’s Media Weigh Powers of New Law
In July and September, the CPJ issued two statements calling on Ukrainian lawmakers to drop the bill over concerns it will restrict press freedom.
Iranians ‘No Longer Willing to Stay Quiet’
Iran's Mission at the U.N. did not respond to VOA's request for comment.
Russia's RT France to Close After Accounts Frozen
Moscow had already warned of retaliation for the move by the French finance ministry, first reported by the unions of RT France on Friday.
Bangladeshi Journalist: I Was Kidnapped for Telling the Truth
VOA emailed the local council for comment but did not receive a response before publication.
Seychelles presidential press conference: Press freedom, land ownership, tracking for hikers (Copy)
President Wavel Ramkalawan held his final live press conference for 2022 at the State House on Tuesday evening.
Belarus Opens Trial of Journalist for Prominent Polish Paper
Belarus put human rights activist Ales Bialiatski, a co-winner of the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize, on trial for financing protests
Philippine Journalist Maria Ressa Acquitted of Tax Evasion
An emotional Ressa told reporters outside the courtroom that “facts win, truth wins, justice wins.”
Azeri Journalist Accused of 'Hooliganism'
The investigation centers on a physical altercation between Mammadli and another man following a car accident on Dec. 15, 2022.
Independent Journalists Barred From Zimbabwe Courtroom
The party members are facing charges of holding an illegal meeting that police on Saturday broke up with tear gas.
Sixteen media leaders from 14 countries call for Algerian colleague’s release
Algeria is already ranked 134th out of 180 countries in RSF's 2022 World Press Freedom Index.
Latvia Pulls License for Exiled Russian TV Channel
The channel moved to Latvia after Russian authorities blocked its broadcasts for critical coverage of the war in Ukraine.
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.
Indian authorities prevent Pulitzer-winning Kashmiri journalist Sanna Irshad Mattoo from flying abroad
Kashmiri journalists have told CPJ that they are being barred from traveling abroad.
Sixteen media leaders from 14 countries call for Algerian colleague’s release
RSF coordinated this joint message eight days ahead of a hearing on 18 January in Algiers to consider El Kadi’s appeal against his detention.
Iranian journalists face long prison terms, lashes, and harsh restrictions over protest coverage
At least the following five journalists have received sentences in excess of the legal maximums for collusion or propaganda.
At least 40 journalists targeted amid Brazil capital riot and aftermath
A full list including the other attacks on journalists can be found on the SJPDF’s website.
Pakistani journalist Shahid Aslam arrested in leak investigation
CPJ has repeatedly documented attacks on Pakistani journalists who have critically covered the country’s military.
Kyrgyzstan Blogger Arrested After Court Cancels Probation
Moldokulov added that the court annulled the probation part of the sentence leaving the five-year prison term without changes.