Articles by Reporters Without Borders (RSF)

Hanin Gebran, released from al-Assad’s jails in Syria: “The conditions in which journalists were held were horrible, and much worse for a woman”
Syrian journalist Hanin Gebran details the horrific conditions she endured in Assad’s prisons, shedding light on the gendered violence and torture faced by women journalists under the regime.

Russian propagandists pose as RSF to spread disinformation
“RSF has identified six online videos posted in just over six months that have stolen its identity and graphic charter — and almost all of these videos are about the war in Ukraine.”

Burundian journalist Sandra Muhoza’s appeal hearing postponed
Journalist Sandra Muhoza’s lawyer is advocating for her provisional release following her unjust conviction and detenttion since 2024.

Nicaragua celebrates National Journalist Day yet its press freedom is nearly extinct
“What should be a day of celebration for Nicaraguan journalists is marked by repression, exile and enforced disappearances. While hundreds have fled the country, others face imprisonment or are still missing after being targeted by Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo’s regime.”

Venezuela: Journalist Rory Branker arrested as vehement repression of the press continues
“La Patilla” journalist Rory Branker is the ninth journalist arrested due to his work since July 2024 and is being held in an undisclosed location.

Gaza: One month after ceasefire, journalists still work in horrific conditions
With no offices, equipment, or safe passage, Gaza’s journalists struggle to report amid devastation, while Israel blocks foreign press and exiled reporters from returning.

Brazil: RSF meets with IACHR rapporteur, calls for action to safeguard diverse, reliable information sources and journalists’ safety
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) called on the Special Rapporteur to urge the Brazilian government to regulate digital platforms, strengthen journalist protection, and promote media pluralism in his upcoming report.

Murder of Congolese journalist Patrick Adonis Numbi remains a mystery
Investigations continue into the murder of journalist Patrick Adonis Numbi even though 11 people have been sentenced.