The Real Threat to Freedom of Speech in Ukraine
Are Kyiv’s sanctions against pro-Russian TV channels and social networks a violation of free speech or essential to fight disinformation?
1 May 21
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Central Asia’s “Digital Authoritarianism”
The pandemic has allowed the authorities to further abuse technology and restrict freedom of speech.
1 May 21
Georgia: Media Freedom, Journalists’ Safety In Decline
Fears that official hostility may be fuelling dangers to independent journalism.
1 May 21
Local Media Struggles in Georgia’s Conflict Zones
Experts fear that the Covid-19 crisis may deal a fatal blow to some independent outlets.
1 May 21
Cuba Has a New Language of Dissent
The regime cannot counter the immediacy of radical but peaceful collective disobedience.
1 May 21
Uzbek President’s Media Promises Ring Hollow
Despite the head of state’s supposed backing of courageous journalism, harassment continues apace.
1 May 21
Moldova’s Fake News Fightback
How NGOs and independent media united to counter an organised disinformation campaign.
1 May 21
Armenia Pursues “Astronomical” Fines for Defamation
Warnings that new legislation will have a chilling effect on independent media.
1 May 21
Karabakh Still Risky for Journalists
Border changes and simmering tensions leaves those continuing to document life in the region under threat.
1 May 21
Can Women Speak Out in Lebanon?
The country’s social, legal and political systems are all built along patriarchal lines.
8 Mar 21
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