Media

Tough "Cybercrimes Bill" on Hold in Iraq

Critics say law combines sweeping descriptions of “information crimes” with excessive penalties.

Afghan Reporter on Risks of Covering Sensitive Stories

Local politicians pledge support after journalist investigates alleged misappropriation of land.

Kazak Officials in Bid to Silence Critical Media

Prosecutors seek to wipe out opposition TV and press at a stroke.

Tajik Government Accused of Online Media Clampdown

Campaigners want to know why new sites are shut down without legal justification.

Web Freedom Claims Ring False in Azerbaijan

Jailing of journalists and bloggers belies claim of online freedom.

Hands-On Support for Libya Election Reporting

IWPR trainers engage directly with editors and reporters.

Uzbekistan: Slipping Through the Net

Uzbek Filmmakers Win Prize in Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyz Journalists Say Politicians Trying to Muzzle Them

Unlike in other Central Asia republics, multiple factions rather than one strong state are undermining media freedom, say journalists.

Azeri Opposition Paper Faces Closure

Final demands for unpaid bills are just the latest tactic for squeezing independent press, say government critics.