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Italy: MFRR calls for constructive dialogue on media freedom recommendations

The Media Rapid Response (MFRR) partners stand in solidarity with journalists in Italy and call for an immediate end to all forms of attacks against them. We encourage all key stakeholders, including institutional ones, to join forces in enhancing the protection of journalists and media professionals.  The MFRR is a network of six media freedom […]

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Russia: IPI welcomes release of journalists, condemns hostage-taking tactics

The IPI global network welcomes today’s release of U.S. journalists Evan Gershkovich and Alsu Kurmasheva, who had been jailed in Russia following the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The pair were released as part of a prisoner exchange with the United States and several European countries. In addition, Russian authorities reportedly freed activists and other regime […]

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Myanmar: Two years without justice for photojournalist Aye Kyaw

Two years after the death of photojournalist Aye Kyaw while in the custody of Myanmar’s military junta, the IPI global network commemorates the journalist and demands accountability for his apparent murder at the hands of the junta. In addition, IPI renews its calls for international support for journalists in Myanmar. Since the democracy-crushing military coup […]

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2024 rule of law report: media freedom organizations urge the EU to enforce stronger safeguards

The Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) coalition welcomes the publication of the 2024 European Commission’s rule of law report. Despite progress made in some areas, the report shows that press freedom remains under threat in Europe. We urge Member States and the European Union to intensify their efforts to uphold media freedom, and reinforce their […]

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