International Press Institute (IPI)

Mumay’s case is not an isolated incident but part of a broader pattern of judicial harassment and censorship targeting Turkey’s independent media. It highlights the urgent need for international attention to protect press freedom and the public’s right to information.

“Their release – which we rightfully celebrate today – does not erase the deep injustice these journalists have faced for doing their jobs” – IPI

The proposed amendment, which criminalises “fake news” and carries penalties of up to five years in prison, risks stifling independent journalism and encouraging self-censorship.

Nigerian authorities continue to criminalise journalism through the unwarranted use of the 2015 Cybercrimes Act.

International civil society organization Article 19, which reported his death, believes recent articles by Morales Culebro could have put him at risk.

Radio license revoked following on-air ‘Armenian Genocide’ remarks.

Media freedom, human rights and journalists’ groups urge European governments and policy makers to ensure media freedoms and fundamental rights are placed at the heart of future relations with Türkiye.

IPI global network noted that press freedom has deteriorated dramatically under the first two terms of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.