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The Infodemic
Years active: 2020-present
Disinformation, fake news and propaganda are emerging as among the most powerful threats of the modern age. Facilitated by new forms of media and spread by governments and non-state actors alike, these potent tools have far-reaching consequences for human rights and media freedoms around the world.
IWPR’s global networks of reporters, activists and rights defenders are working to document, expose and build resilience to this growing danger.
Latest on the infodemic
Pursuing Russian Propagandists
Activist groups want arrest warrants issued for key figures inciting hatred against Ukrainians in the Russian media.
Israel’s Media Blindness Over Gaza
Why there’s such a gap between what Israelis and the rest of the world see on their TV screens and social media feeds.
Ukraine’s Information Vacuum
Those living under occupation can only get their news from Russian media and social networks.
Moldova Struggles to Balance Security and Free Speech
Opinion remains divided on how effective bans on pro-Kremlin outlets have been in protecting country’s information space.
Kyrgyz Media Under Pressure
Criminal cases decried as attempts to intimidate and impose censorship.
Fake News Fuels Fear in Lebanon
A confusing media landscape leaves citizens desperately searching for credible information.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.
When the News Becomes a Nightmare
The task of journalism is not to have the answers, but rather to be an honest witness.
Kyrgyz Authorities Move to Shut Down Independent News Outlet
Investigative publication Kloop is the latest target of authorities’ campaign against independent media and critical voices.