Press freedom has never been so threatened. According to the annual Reporters Without Borders (RSF) ranking, more than half of the world's countries are now in a situation deemed "difficult" or "very serious" with regard to press freedom. The rise of authoritarian regimes, the proliferation of armed conflicts and the economic difficulties of the media contribute to the weakening of the journalism profession. In many states, the authorities are s…
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Press freedom has never been so threatened. According to the annual Reporters Without Borders (RSF) ranking, more than half of the world's countries are now in a situation deemed "difficult" or "very serious" with regard to press freedom. The rise of authoritarian regimes, the proliferation of armed conflicts and the economic difficulties of the media contribute to the weakening of the journalism profession. In many states, the authorities are s…