Argentina: PEN International condemns attempted censorship of the book “Cometierra”
On 7 November 2024, Victoria Villarruel, vice-president of Argentina, labelled the book Cometierra on her X account as immoral and degrading, sharing excerpts and calling for its removal from schools and libraries.”
Argentina: We condemn the alarming closure of civic space
IFEX-ALC, Alianza Regional por la Libre Expresión e Información [the Regional Alliance for Free Expression and Information], and Red Voces del Sur [the Voices of the South network]- three regional networks defending freedom of expression and press freedom– express our concern over the closure of civic space in Argentina as a consequence of the subjugation of freedom of information, expression, press, demonstration and peaceful assembly promoted by the current administration.
Argentina: Milei’s first six months threaten freedom of expression and cultural rights
Since January 2024, at least 61 attacks against the Argentine press have been recorded.
CPJ urges Argentine President Javier Milei to end attacks on press freedom
During his first 100 days in office, a report by FOPEA, a local press freedom organization, found that four out of every 10 attacks on the press involved Milei or his ministers.
Looking ahead: Argentina at a crossroads, media and women’s rights at risk
IFEX Americas Regional Editor Laura Vidal looks into what lies ahead for Argentina following the election of Javier Milei.
RSF sounds alarm about incoming Argentine President’s hostility to news media
“[Milei] uses a discourse that is openly hostile to journalism and is taken up and amplified by his supporters on social media. This strategy aims to discredit media and journalists that are critical of his policies” – RSF
Argentina: RSF and SembraMedia to offer a JTI Fast Track program for digital publishers
“This program comes at a crucial time for Argentina that elects its new president on 19 November 2023. RSF and SembraMedia share a common vision of a news media sector that thrives because of their ethical journalistic practices.”
Argentine intelligence agency sues journalists, newspapers over naming agents
If charged and convicted, the journalists could face prison sentences of one to six years, according to Argentina’s penal code.
IAPA: New attack against media in Argentina could be an indication of greater evils
For the second time in less than a month, unknown assailants fired several shots at the facade of Grupo Televisión Litoral, despite the police protection posted there since the first attack on December 12.
Argentine court orders journalist Santiago O’Donnell to turn over interviews of former president’s brother
O’Donnell, who wrote a 2020 book based on interviews with Mariano Macri, the brother of former President Mauricio Macri, has faced a court order since early 2021 to surrender recordings of his interviews.
Clarín media group offices firebombed in Argentina
“The violent attack against Argentina’s Clarín Group is very troubling. It is essential that authorities send an unequivocal message that the media must be respected and protected,” said CPJ.
Argentinian radio journalist Luis Alberto Mancini assaulted after reporting on local corruption
Argentinian authorities must investigate the assault on journalist Luis Alberto Mancini, find out whether it was related to his journalistic work, and prosecute his assailants.
Argentine intelligence services surveilled journalist Hugo Alconada Mon under Macri administration
Argentine authorities should conduct a thorough investigation into the surveillance of journalists under the previous presidential administration, and hold those responsible to account.
Unidentified individuals fire at journalist’s home in Argentina
CPJ calls on Argentinian authorities to conduct a speedy and transparent investigation into the attack on the home of journalist Carlos Walker, and hold those responsible to account.