Articles by International Press Institute (IPI)
Russia: Journalists Kurmasheva and Gershkovich released in mass prisoner swap
“Their release – which we rightfully celebrate today – does not erase the deep injustice these journalists have faced for doing their jobs” – IPI
Cyprus: Proposed legislative amendment to criminalise ‘fake news’
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.
Agba Jalingo acquitted of cybercrime charges
Nigerian authorities continue to criminalise journalism through the unwarranted use of the 2015 Cybercrimes Act.
Mexico: IPI condemns killing of journalist Víctor Alonso Morales Culebro
International civil society organization Article 19, which reported his death, believes recent articles by Morales Culebro could have put him at risk.
Turkey: Freedom of the press and expression groups condemn broadcast regulator’s silencing of Açık Radyo
Radio license revoked following on-air ‘Armenian Genocide’ remarks.
EU must do more to prioritise protecting media freedom and human rights in Türkiye
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.
India: IPI calls for renewed commitment to press freedom
IPI global network noted that press freedom has deteriorated dramatically under the first two terms of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
IPI calls on states to protect environmental and climate journalism
“We call on states around the world to ensure that climate and environmental journalists can do their work independently, freely, and safely. This includes ensuring environmental journalists are granted access to information and access to protected areas.” – IPI