In 2025, MFRR partners documented 53 cases of gender-based violence targeting women media workers across EU Member States and candidate countries. These attacks included online smear campaigns, ...

Dabravolski's trial took place behind closed doors in Minsk. He was convicted of "high treason" and had been in pre-trial detention for over a year.

IFEX joins rights groups calling for an independent investigation into the killing of Iraqi women's rights defender Yanar Mohammed and urgent protection measures for women human rights defenders ...

At least 15 journalists remain behind bars as internet blackouts, reported food shortages, and instability at Evin prison raise serious concerns about detainees' safety and access to medical care and ...

RSF has documented four cases of death threats against journalists in Ecuador between January and February 2026, a shocking spike as an RSF partner recorded three of these threats for the whole year ...

Metina, the head of the Mesopotamia Women Journalists Association, had been under investigation for “membership in a terrorist organization” due to her pieces published in the "Yeni Özgür Politika" ...

Aleh Khamenka was convicted of "facilitating extremist activities" based on his ongoing collaboration with the newsroom of "Belarusian Radio Racyja".

The killing of housing activist Zweli "Khabazela" Mkhize highlights escalating violence faced by community organisers resisting land exploitation in South Africa's informal settlements.

The action appears to be a retaliation against the station owner's remarks, which criticized the policies of authorities.

A police summons, issued after activist Victor Ojie filed an FOI request, raises alarm over authorities using security agencies to intimidate citizens seeking public information.

Authorities say only journalists and outlets appearing on an official regulator's list will be recognised to cover the May 2026 elections.

Sandra Muhoza's provisional release comes with strict reporting requirements and travel restrictions as her legal battle continues in Burundi's courts.