Media

More than two million Ukrainians have fled across western borders of the country after Russia's armed invasion on February 24, 2022. Among the neighbouring countries, Moldova is the one that has received the most refugees in proportion to its population. This is a major challenge for this nation among the poorest in Europe. © Andreea Campeanu/Getty Images

Moldova’s Infowar in the Wake of Ukraine Invasion

As thousands of Ukrainians cross into Moldova, the country fights its own information battles.

17 Mar 22

Thursday, 17 Mar '22 in Lviv, Ukraine

“We will contribute with training and with support to help cover the story.”

17 Mar 22

Local journalists at work in central station on March 2, 2022 in Kyiv, Ukraine. Russian forces continued their advance on the Ukrainian capital as the country's invasion of its western neighbour entered its seventh day. © Pierre Crom/Getty Images

Ukraine’s Local Media Organises

Scattered, few in number and lacking protective equipment, journalists collaborate to share news across the country.

4 Mar 22

Members of the media covering the press conference following the meeting of the President of Ukraine with the Federal Chancellor of Germany. © Press Service of the Ukrainian President

Reporting the Ukraine Crisis

International and Ukrainian media need to do more to avoid cliché and self-censorship - while giving those in the occupied territories a voice.

16 Feb 22

A black marble monument has marked the site of the Ovčara mass grave since 1998. © Alan Davis

Vukovar: the First, Forgotten Casualty of the Yugoslav War

Attacked from the east and ignored by the West, the city's plight set a precedent for the coming years of conflict.

18 Nov 21

A protest by the media in front of the building of the Government of Georgia following Lekso Lashkarava's death © Mediachecker.ge

Georgia Media Complains of Increasing Pressure

Journalists warn that they are being targeted, with little official protection.

5 Oct 21

Kazak Journalists Mull Pegasus Attack

Despite numbers apparently targeted, no official investigation is forthcoming.

17 Aug 21

Protestors gathered in front of Parliament on July 11 to condemn the death of Lekso Lashkarava after he was injured during the violent events of July 5 at the hands of far right groups. © Anastasia Mgaloblishvili

Georgia: Further Protests After Journalist Dies

Media workers demand immediate action over “green light for violence”.

21 Jul 21

While most media in Serbia as well as Bosnia and Herzegovina are privately owned, the ruling parties have enormous influence over editorial policies. © Andrej Isakovic/AFP via Getty Images

Is Media in the Balkans Really Free?

Poor management and few financing options mean that most outlets are in thrall to political powers.

1 May 21

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks to the media.

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?