May 2002
Escalation of Disputes Between Burma and Thailand - 2002-05-31
Burma has intensified its conflict with Thailand by banning any mention of the country in the media, following accusations of Thai support for anti-government rebels.…
Reaction of French News Organizations Following the Conviction of Siamak Pourzand - 2002-05-07
Siamak Pourzand has been sentenced to eight years in prison, prompting a strong reaction from French news organizations, particularly Reporters Without Borders. This situation highlights…
May 3: World Press Freedom Day - 2002-05-05
On May 3, the Swiss section of Reporters Without Borders invited women journalists from Kazakhstan, Iran, and Colombia to Geneva to discuss their challenges. This…
The West Bank is the Most Dangerous Place for Journalists in the World
A report by the Committee to Protect Journalists states that the West Bank is the most dangerous place for journalists globally, with Israel criticized for…
Nearly 500 Journalists Arrested in 2001
In 2001, nearly 500 journalists were arrested globally, with about 100 still imprisoned. Reporters Without Borders highlights increasing censorship and political targeting of journalists, particularly…