Press freedom

US appeals court keeps in place Pentagon’s escort policy for journalists

Journalists could have their press passes revoked if they solicited unauthorised military personnel to disclose classified, and in some cases unclassified, information.

After arrests, Hong Kong issues warning to booksellers

The authorities have cracked down on bookshops over alleged “seditious” material under Hong Kong’s 2024 national security law.

New York Times seeks to block subpoenas to reporters over Air Force One reporting

People walk by The New York Times building in Manhattan, New York City, U.S., September 16, 2025. REUTERS/Kylie Cooper

Hong Kong police raid independent bookstore run by former journalists

Have a Nice Stay bookstore in 2023. It was one of the bookshops raided by Hong Kong police on July 15.

Mexican authorities identify remains of kidnapped journalist, arrest four police officers

A police vehicle stands outside the home of journalist Roxana Guzman, who was abducted by unidentified armed men at her residence on June 2, in Nanchital, Veracruz state, Mexico, June 12, 2026. REUTERS/Angel Hernandez

Cambodia Supreme Court upholds jail sentences for two journalists accused of revealing military secrets

Al Jazeera rejects Israeli accusations against journalist killed in Gaza

Mourners attend the funeral of Al Jazeera journalist Ahmed Wishah, who was killed in an Israeli strike on June 17, 2026.

Jane Fonda to host First Amendment celebration opposite Trump’s UFC event

Jane Fonda heads the Committee for the First Amendment, a group her father formed in 1947.

Photo and video journalists in Gaza to receive ‘Golden Pen’ award

Mourners attend the funeral of Al Jazeera journalist Mohammad Weshah, who was killed in an Israeli strike in April 2026.

Ex-head of Hong Kong journalist union jailed 5 days for obstructing police

Journalist Ronson Chan wears a black shirt that reads “Free Press” speaks to reporters at Hong Kong’s High Court.

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