Global press freedom falls to lowest level in 25 years, RSF warns

Reporters Without Borders says global press freedom has dropped to its lowest level in 25 years, with only 1 percent of the world’s population living in countries rated as having a “good” media environment. The report highlights rising violence against journalists in conflict zones, worsening legal pressure worldwide, and political attacks on the media, while Norway ranks first and Eritrea remains last.

By FRANCE24

RSF: Hungary third lowest-ranked in EU in terms of press freedom

A year ago, Hungary was third from the bottom, but this year we’ve fallen behind Bulgaria in the annual report of Reporters Without Borders, which described the Tisza Party's election victory as a unique opportunity for the country.

By Ignácz Péter

Press freedom at lowest level in 25 years: Report - The Straits Times

Press freedom at lowest level in 25 years: Report  The Straits Times

Press freedom at lowest level in 25 years, warns Reporters Without Borders

Press freedom has fallen to its lowest level in a quarter of a century, the media rights watchdog Reporters Without Borders (RSF) warned in its annual survey of conditions for journalists in 180 countries.

By RFI

Reporters Without Borders warns of deteriorating media freedom in Bosnia

Media freedom and journalistic integrity in Bosnia and Herzegovina remain starkly inconsistent, dictated by regional political climates and an increas

Azerbaijan and Georgia rankings plummet in World Press Freedom Index

Armenia, while ranking the highest, has also dropped in ranking.

By Yousef Bardouka

Italy drops from 49th to 56th in RSF press freedom rankings

(ANSA) - ROME, APR 30 - Italy has fallen from 49th place last year to 56th this year in the annual press freedom rankings drawn up by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). According to the Paris-based NGO, "press freedom in Italy continues to be threatened by mafia organizations, particularly in the south of the country, as well as by various extremist groups that engage in violence. "Journalists also denounce an attempt by the political class to hinder free information on judicial matters with a ...

By ANSA

World press freedom index shows worst point in 25-year history

The Netherlands has moved up one place to second in the annual world press freedom index compiled by Reporters Without...

By Louis Gore-Langton

Media Freedom Sliding in Serbia and Turkey, Report Warns

The latest World Press Freedom Index highlights Serbia and Turkey as countries where journalists are particularly at risk of physical attack, or subject to political pressure.

By Milica Stojanovic

Estonia falls to 3rd place on World Press Freedom Index 2026

Estonia fell one place on the 2026 World Press Freedom Index to third place, dropping from last year's record high second place.

Uphold objectivity, defend press freedom, Otti’s aide urges journalists

Abia Governor’s aide urges journalists to uphold objectivity and report the truth, stressing the administration’s sacrosanct commitment to press freedom. Read More: https://punchng.com/uphold-objectivity-defend-press-freedom-ottis-aide-urges-journalists/

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Latvia slips down international press freedom rankings again / Article - LSM

Latvia slips down international press freedom rankings again / Article  LSM

Lithuania slips down one spot in global press freedom index - LRT

Lithuania slips down one spot in global press freedom index  LRT

Morocco Ranks 105th in RSF’s 2026 World Press Freedom Index

Morocco has moved up in the Reporters Without Borders (RSF) 2026 World Press Freedom Index, but the picture on the ground remains uneven, with journalists still working under pressure and legal risk. The post Morocco Ranks 105th in RSF’s 2026 World Press Freedom Index appeared first on Morocco World News.

By Oumaima Moho Amer

Press freedom at lowest level in 25 years, Romania ranked 49th out of 180

By radu.dumitrescu

Global press freedom falls to lowest level in 25 years, RSF warns - CLUB OF MOZAMBIQUE

Global press freedom falls to lowest level in 25 years, RSF warns  CLUB OF MOZAMBIQUE