Articles by Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ)
Russian journalists targeted in anti-mobilisation protests
At least three journalists were arrested, at least 16 more were detained, at least three face various charges, and at least two were served military summonses.
Iran: Security forces step up arrests of journalists as anti-state protests spread
Authorities must drop repressive measures against journalists and restore internet access that is vital to keeping the public informed.
‘An open-air prison’: Kashmiri journalists on how travel bans undermine press freedom
Several Kashmiri journalists have reported that they are being barred from traveling abroad.
Russian state media regulator to fine or block ‘false’ reports on military call-up
According to the state media regulator’s statement, media organizations must use “information and data obtained exclusively from federal and regional executive bodies when preparing and publishing materials related to mobilization activities in the Russian Federation.”
Repeated harassment of online journalists worrying
Ethiopian journalists Gobeze Sisay and Meaza Mohammed arrested once again – this time on charges of allegedly colluding with rebels in the country’s ongoing conflict.
Sierra Leone authorities fine and suspend Star broadcasters
Privately owned Star radio and Star TV are temporarily taken off air by Sierra Leone’s broadcasting regulator for what majority shareholder believes are political reasons.
Two Chadian journalists arrested over broadcasts
Within a space of two days, journalists Janvier Mouatangar and Anner Sabartang based in southwestern Chad are detained by military police officers over their reporting.
Tunisia: New constitution curbs access to information, journalists say
Tunisian journalists tell CPJ how the country’s tough new constitution is restricting their access to information.