Articles by International Press Institute (IPI)
IPI documents 356 media freedom attacks amidst Russia-Ukraine war
In Ukraine, at least 7 journalists have been killed and another 33 fired upon or wounded. In Russia, at least 114 media websites have been blocked, 10 major press outlets have been closed, and at least 11 journalists have been fined or detained under the new ‘fake’ news law.
Strengthening press freedom at home and abroad: 10 recommendations for the world’s democracies
With authoritarianism and illiberalism on the rise, democratic governments must lead by example, says IPI on World Press Freedom Day.
EU Anti-SLAPP directive: A landmark step in the right direction
The initiative, which focuses on cross-border cases, is a crucial first step forward in the fight against abusive lawsuits against public watchdogs in Europe. It includes key remedies and safeguards needed in any effective anti-SLAPP legislation.
Bangladesh: IPI condemns murder of reporter Mohiuddin Sarkar Nayeem
The International Press Institute urges authorities to carry out a thorough investigation in order to determine the motive for the killing of journalist Mohiuddin Sarkar Nayeem and to ensure all perpetrators are brought to justice.
Greece: No sign of real progress in investigation into killing of journalist Giorgos Karaivaz
On 9 April 2021, Karaivaz was gunned down outside his home in broad daylight. Police said the killing suggested the involvement of organized crime groups, which have carried out a number of targeted killings in recent years, and which Karaivaz was known to have investigated.
India: Court lifts travel ban on journalist Rana Ayyub
Award-winning Indian journalist Rana Ayyub was prevented by authorities from leaving the country on 29 March as she was boarding an international flight to speak at events about press freedom.
Journalist Maks Levin and documentary maker Mantas Kvedaravičius killed in Ukraine
On 1 April, photojournalist Maks Levin was found dead in a village near Kyiv after having been missing for more than two weeks. On 2 April, Lithuanian documentary maker Mantas Kvedaravičius was killed, reportedly by Russian shelling, in Mariupol.
Greece: Systemic challenges to journalists’ safety and media independence
New report finds that systemic challenges to press freedom mean that news that reflects poorly on the government does not get reported widely. The report also notes a lack of political will to ensure that journalists can operate safely.