Press Freedom

• December 21, 2023

  Israel-Hamas War Takes 'Record Toll' on Journalists, Press Freedom

  At least 68 journalists have been killed since the war began

• December 21, 2023

  China's Disinformation in 2023: Targets, Drivers, Campaigns

  In 2023, the Chinese government spent millions of dollars on influence campaigns designed to better Beijing’s image and damage the reputation of those the country’s communist leadership considers foreign adversaries.

• December 20, 2023

  Against the Odds, Burkina Faso Journalist Gives Voice — and Hope — to Survivors

  Wracked by conflict and unrest, Burkina Faso is a tough environment for journalists, with issues like rape and sexual violence often taboo. But with her reporting, Mariam Ouedraogo is providing a platform for those affected by unrest. She spoke with VOA’s Salem Solomon about her career.

• December 20, 2023

  For Afghan Journalist, Canada Offers Ability to Keep Reporting

  A former political reporter with Afghanistan’s TOLOnews has found a new job with a Canadian broadcaster after fleeing Taliban repression in her home country. From Ottawa, Ahmad Farshad Saleh has this story, narrated by Jessica Jerreat. Roshan Noorzai and Robin Guess contributed.

• December 20, 2023

  Austrian National Convicted in UK Over Iran TV 'Terror Plot'

  He was convicted of possession of records containing information likely to be useful to a person committing or preparing an act of terrorism

• December 20, 2023

  Spain’s Pick to Lead News Agency Draws Criticism

  Critics warn nomination of a government spokesperson to head fourth largest media agency globally could damage EFE reputation

• December 20, 2023

  Facing Chinese Smear Campaign, Jimmy Lai’s Lawyers Fight For His Freedom

  The trial of pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai is underway in Hong Kong. Henry Ridgwell spoke to Lai’s international legal team and his son about the harassment and attacks they faced in the run-up to the trial. VOA footage by Jon Spier.

• December 20, 2023

  Report Warns of Attempt to 'Criminalize' Newsgathering in the US

  U.S. Press Freedom Tracker releases its annual report on the number of media arrests in America

• December 19, 2023

  Julian Assange's 'Final' Appeal Against US Extradition to be Held in February

  Assange is wanted by the U.S. on 18 counts relating to WikiLeaks' release of confidential U.S. military records

• December 18, 2023

  Senegalese Journalists Seek Safety, Training Ahead of Vote

  As Senegal gears up for elections in February, some reporters are turning away from coverage, citing attacks and threats. In a bright spot, some journalists and police are training together to find a better way forward.

• December 17, 2023

  Hong Kong Trial of Pro-Democracy Publisher Jimmy Lai Begins

  The charges against the British national are widely viewed as groundless; U.S. and U.K. call for Lai's immediate release

• December 16, 2023

  Hong Kong Publisher to Stand Trial This Week Under Beijing's Dissident Crackdown

  Jimmy Lai faces a possible life sentence

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