Spotlight: Hungary’s independent journalists named 2026 World Press Freedom Hero

Hungary's independent journalists serve as an inspiring model of watchdog reporting under pressure — and proof that a free press remains our most powerful antidote to autocracy

Spotlight: Filipino journalist Patricia Evangelista named 2026 World Press Freedom Hero

For two decades, Patricia Evangelista has challenged official narratives and put a human face to the victims of state-sanctioned killings, memorialising those her government would prefer be forgotten

Kosovo: New report identifies media freedom backsliding

IPI and partner organisations publish full mission findings after visit to Pristina

Spotlight: Chilean journalist Mónica González named 2026 World Press Freedom Hero

From documenting the crimes of Chile's dictatorship to mentoring the next generation of investigative reporters, Mónica González reflects on courage, memory, and why journalism remains a lifeline for democracy

EU: IPI welcomes action against 14 states over Anti-SLAPP Directive delays

EU states must introduce robust measures to protect journalists and media from vexatious litigation

Report: A dangerous spiral of violence against journalists in Serbia

Mission findings and reccomendations published following visit to Belgrade, which was joined by IPI

Spotlight: Abzas Media and Meydan TV receive 2026 Free Media Pioneer Award

As Azerbaijan's crackdown on independent media intensifies, journalists from Abzas Media and Meydan TV continue reporting from exile and behind bars

United States: IPI strongly condemns Trump admin subpoenas of New York Times reporters

Legal action represents acceleration of Trump's campaign against the free press in the U.S.

Italy: MFRR report highlights continuing media freedom backsliding

IPI and mission partners outline recommendations following visit to Rome

Spotlight: Latin American Center for Investigative Journalism (El CLIP) receives 2026 Free Media Pioneer Award

Connecting the dots across borders, CLIP is pioneering a new model for cross-border investigative journalism in Latin America

Ukraine: IPI condemns court ban against investigation by Slidstvo.Info

Pre-publication ban stands out as unprecedented form of censorship against independent reporting

Mozambique: Threats to environmental reporters continue

IPI condemns targeting of Estácio Valoi following his reporting on illegal timber smuggling

Uganda: IPI condemns arbitrary military shutdown of Daily Monitor and NTV Uganda

Authorities must stop the targeted harassment of media outlets and allow them to operate freely

Georgia: Authorities must end legal and regulatory pressure on critical broadcasters

Regulatory fines mark another escalation in pressure against independent broadcasters

Hungary: IPI welcomes abolishment of Sovereignty Protection Office

Dismantling of politicised institution another welcome step towards restoring press freedom

Ukraine: IPI calls on parliament to revise draft civil code

New legislation would introduce serious challenges for work of journalists

Peru: IPI alarmed by renewed attacks on World Press Freedom Hero Gustavo Gorriti

Peruvian authorities must immediately cease the weaponisation of political power against Gorriti

Turkey: IPI and partners urge NATO to reconsider denial of independent media accreditation

Joint letter to NATO: Accreditation process excludes independent journalists from summit

Seychelles: IPI joins call to protect independence of public broadcaster

Proposed amendments under consideration by parliament would weaken protections against political interference

Hungary: IPI welcomes law reforming public media and regulatory bodies

Tisza’s first media reform legislation launches major reorganisation of media institutions