From 2015-2023, civic space shrank under the Law and Justice Party. While the election of a pro-democratic coalition in 2023 raised expectations of reform, many repressive laws and structures remain.

Environmental journalist Olena Mudra knows how difficult it is to shut down an online smear campaign once it’s underway. Since June 2025, she has been the target of coordinated attacks that seek to ...

The disinformation campaign that was unleashed immediately after the murder of journalist Shireen Abu Akleh dominated feeds, sowed confusion, and shielded perpetrators from accountability.

The authorities have appointed a trustee to control the pro-opposition broadcaster Tele1 TV. Editor-in-chief, Merdan Yanardağ, was detained as part of an espionage investigation on 24 October. This ...

This measure has led to the closure of Herat's national television station and at least two other local channels.