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Calling for justice for Mexican journalist Regina Martínez 10 years after her murder

The IPI global network commemorates the life and work of Regina Martínez, the fearless and acclaimed Mexican journalist who was slain 10 years ago, on April 28, 2012. The investigation into her murder left many questions unanswered and her supporters say those responsible for her killing have yet to be brought to justice. We call […]

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EU Anti-SLAPP directive: A landmark step in the right direction

The International Press Institute (IPI) today joins its partner organisations in Coalition Against SLAPPs in Europe (CASE) in welcoming the European Commission’s anti-SLAPP initiative unveiled today which includes key remedies and safeguards needed in any effective anti-SLAPP legislation. The initiative, which focuses on cross-border cases, is a crucial first step forward in the fight against […]

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Council of Europe Report: Red lights flashing for media freedom

The International Press Institute (IPI) today joins the partner organisations of the Council of Europe’s Platform to Promote the Protection of Journalism and Safety of Journalists in publishing the 2022 annual report, which identifies growing challenges for media freedom across the region. While European countries still pack the first ranks in press freedom indexes, the […]

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Remembering David Beriain and Roberto Fraile one year after killing

The IPI global network commemorates Spanish journalists David Beriain and Roberto Fraile, who were killed in Burkina Faso one year ago on April 26, 2021. The journalists were shooting a documentary about poaching when the military unit they were traveling with was ambushed. IPI calls on authorities in both Burkina Faso and Spain to expedite […]

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