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Tunisia

Fleeting Words: An Anthology of Revolution launched for World Press Freedom Day

The anthology, part of IFEX-TMG's ongoing project, brings together journalistic articles, commentaries, prose and verse in Arabic written both during the Ben Ali regime and since its fall, and is illustrated with images of the revolution.

Palestine

Violations of media freedoms in March 2012

MADA is concerned about the deterioration in freedom of expression in the territories, in particular the safety of journalists and bloggers in response to their reporting or their writing on social networking sites.

Bahrain

Press freedom situation worsens as authorities attempt to whitewash actions

The authorities have hired Western PR firms to help project a favourable image of the regime in the Western media.

Tunisia

Internet regulation reform vital, says ARTICLE 19

While the Internet may be partly free in practice since the ousting of President Ben Ali, the repressive laws that formed part of the censorship apparatus of his government remain. There is therefore a real danger that free speech on the Internet may be stifled again as long as they are still on the statute book.

Tunisia

Protecting free expression and free information in the new Constitution

ARTICLE 19 hopes that international and regional standards and comparative examples indicating the best practices of states on the protection of the right to freedom of expression and freedom of information will provide a useful source of reference for drafters of the new Tunisian Constitution.

Bahrain

Vital reform commitments unmet, finds Human Rights Watch

Some of the BICI’s most serious concerns, like accountability for crimes such as torture and relief for people wrongly imprisoned have not been adequately addressed, says Human Rights Watch.

Bahrain

BCHR documents human rights violations post-BICI Report

The report honours the past and current sacrifices made by human rights defender Abdulhadi Alkhawaja and all those who paid a high price for demanding human rights.

Tunisia

ANHRI and Tunisian Centre for Freedom of the Press conclude first training workshop on Internet serving freedom of expression

ANHRI and Tunisian Centre for Freedom of the Press concluded their first workshop held in Gafsa in March 2012. The workshop titled “Internet serving freedom of expression” comes within the framework of a series of workshops to be held in the coming period in cities across Tunisia as part of the project of the IFEX Tunisia Monitoring Group (IFEX-TMG).

Syria

On first anniversary of uprising, tenacity of press noteworthy

A CPJ review of the journalist fatalities found substantial evidence that two local journalists, Ferzat Jarban and Basil al-Sayed, were directly targeted by government forces.

Bahrain

Human Rights Watch reports on unfair trials targeting peaceful demonstrators, activists

The egregious violations of fair trial rights in political cases do not just reflect the poor practices of individual prosecutors and judges, but serious, systemic problems with the country's criminal justice system, said the organisation.

Palestine

Violations of media freedoms in the occupied Palestinian territories in 2011

MADA identified a total of 206 violations of media freedoms, with the murder of Italian journalist Vittorio Arrigoni in Gaza representing the most serious violation of the year.

Palestine / Israel

Palestinians facing wave of detentions, attacks

Since the beginning of 2012, at least five journalists working in the Palestinian Territories have been subjected to arbitrary arrest and a further two have seen their detention periods extended.

Egypt

One year after Mubarak: interview on press freedom with "Egypt Independent" managing editor Lina Attalah

"The more problematic form of censorship is self-censorship," said the managing editor during an interview with IPI.

Palestine

Violations of media freedoms in January 2012

(MADA/IFEX) - Ramallah, February 2012 - The New Year did not begin well for journalists in the occupied Palestinian territories (oPt) with widespread violations in January, particularly towards the end of the month. Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) launched an extensive campaign of violence and harassment against journalists, with incidences of journalists being targeted with rubber coated steel bullets, live rounds and tear gas projectiles, extension of arrests and issuing of one exclusion order.

Syria

Restrictions on independent media must end, says IPI

The absence of independent media reporting in Syria severely hinders the world's understanding of what is taking place there, said IPI.

Yemen

Human Rights Watch reports on use of excessive force against peaceful protesters in Taizz

In the report, the organisation calls on the US, EU and Persian Gulf states to acknowledge that the immunity granted to President Saleh and his aides has no legal effect outside Yemen.

Yemen

Journalists see light at end of tunnel, but dangers remain

Reporters are still afraid for their safety as media and media workers continue to be prosecuted, IPI found.

Egypt

Newly elected Parliament urged to dismantle tools of repression

Reforming laws that curb freedom, shield official abuse should top Parliament's agenda, says Human Rights Watch.

Bahrain

Athletes targeted for exercising their rights as country prepares for the Formula One

On 13 December 2011, the Criminal Court sentenced racing champion Mohamed AlKhunaizi to two years' imprisonment on charges of illegal gathering and inciting hatred against the regime.

Palestine

Violations of media freedoms in December 2011

Violations by Israeli forces against journalists in the occupied Palestinian territories (oPt) rose in number in the month of December, with journalists being frequently targeted with tear gas grenades.

Syria

Brutal crackdown on media continues

Arrest, imprisonment and torture await journalists who dare to defy the regime, says IPI.

Egypt

Human Rights Watch documents pattern of sexual assaults on protesters

News reports have shown images of protesters in Cairo being stripped, beaten and dragged through the streets.

Tunisia

Human Rights Watch calls for dismantling of repressive Ben-Ali-era laws

The Constituent Assembly should urgently revise laws to ensure freedom of speech and the independence of the judiciary, Human Rights said in its report.

Middle East and North Africa

ARTICLE 19 highlights historic opportunity for freedom of expression

The organisation believes that integrating robust protections for the rights to freedom of expression and information is essential to guaranteeing democracy and protecting all human rights in the region.

Middle East and North Africa

Crackdown on human rights defenders: seeds of repression planted in year of revolution

In new report, CIHRS hails the courageous work of human rights defenders in the region who were locomotives for change in 2011.

Palestine

Violations of media freedoms in November 2011

November has seen no improvement for Palestinian journalists or media freedoms in the occupied Palestinian territories, reminding those in the field of journalism of the high price paid for disseminating the truth.

Syria

'Shoot to kill' commanders named in Human Rights Watch report

Statements by former soldiers leave no doubt that the Syrian security forces committed widespread and systematic abuses, including killings, arbitrary detention, and torture, as part of a state policy targeting the civilian population.

Middle East and North Africa

Media in the eye of the storm as revolutions sweep the Arab world

In its report, RSF examines the methods used by the authorities to strangle the flow of information during popular uprisings in six countries - Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, Bahrain, Syria and Yemen.

Tunisia

IFEX-TMG UPR Submission to 13th Session

IFEX-TMG Contribution on Tunisia to the Universal Periodic Review Mechanism, 13th Session (21st May - 1st June 2012).

Bahrain

BCHR releases report on the price of freedom and social justice

The report gives background to the situation, then identifies and documents all the types of violations that took place, with the aim of putting out recommendations to the Bahraini government, as well as the EU, US, UN OHCHR and the ICC.

Egypt

Concern over lack of transparency in military investigation of Maspero killings

The military prosecutor's failure to identify the soldiers driving the military vehicles that crushed 13 Coptic protesters on 9 October has eroded public confidence that there will be a transparent investigation of those responsible for the deaths, says Human Rights Watch.

Bahrain

Freedom House reports on brutal crackdown in the country

Despite the regime's brutality, the United States recently signed a multimillion-dollar arms deal (currently on hold) with the country and has remained largely silent amid a crackdown that proportionally surpasses the magnitude of any other in the region.

Palestine

Violations of media freedoms in October 2011

Palestinian journalists faced a difficult month in October, with MADA monitoring an increased number of violations committed by the IDF and settlers across the West Bank.

Middle East and North Africa / International

Freedom House report cites rule of law, anti-corruption as keys to Arab Spring success

The "Countries at the Crossroads 2011" report concludes that success in the Arab democratic revolution will require major reforms in government institutions that had been seriously undermined during previous authoritarian regimes.

Tunisia

Report on IFEX-TMG Strategy Workshop: Campaign for Free Expression (September 2011)

Report on IFEX-TMG strategy workshop bringing together three working groups composed of media professionals and civil society participants who shared their assessment of the media landscape nine months after the revolution and formulated recommendations and action plans to guide the reform of the media sector. (Tunis, 27 and 28 September 2011)

Bahrain

Regime continues to target free expression by bringing journalists and photographers to trial

A number of media professionals have recently been summoned to appear before criminal courts, according to BCHR.

Palestine / Israel

Violations of media freedoms in September 2011

The state of media freedom in the Palestinian territories continued to decline in September, with an increase in the number of violations perpetrated against journalists, particularly by the IDF.

Syria

ANHRI condemns targeting of pro-revolution artists

A number of singers, actors and artists have been harassed for participating in anti-regime demonstrations or criticising the president.

Palestine

Violations of media freedoms in August 2011

Israeli occupation forces arrested three journalists in the West Bank in August, two of which remain in custody, bringing the total number of Palestinian journalists incarcerated in Israeli jails to four.

Bahrain

Authorities attempt to muzzle, intimidate independent broadcasters covering rights violations

Recent moves include the jamming of the opposition Lulu channel and pressure tactics used against Al-Jazeera to prevent the airing of a video on the situation in the country.

Palestine

MADA issues original study on online media and freedom of expression

Among the key findings of the report is that Facebook enhances freedom of expression but fails to encompass or represent the diversity of heterogeneous societies and political movements.

Palestine / Israel

Violations of media freedoms in July 2011

Numerous violations were committed against journalists during July 2011, particularly while journalists were covering peaceful weekly marches and activities regularly hosted in several locations across the West Bank.

Palestine / Israel

MADA issues 2011 mid-year report

In the first six months of 2011 MADA has monitored 113 violations on press freedom in the occupied Palestinian territories (oPt), including 68 committed by the security services of the West Bank and Gaza and 45 committed by Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF).

Lebanon

IPI calls for justice for murdered journalists in light of UN STL indictments

"The Special Tribunal for Lebanon should continue its investigations not only into the assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri, but also into the murder and attempted murder of journalists in 2005," said IPI.

Bahrain

Foreign journalists face continued harassment, restrictions imposed by authorities

BCHR provides a synopsis of actions against foreign media personnel since the start of pro-democracy protests in February.

Palestine / Israel

Violations of media freedoms in June 2011

MADA monitored 13 violations against journalists during the month of June, with a noted decrease in the number of attacks stemming from Palestinian security services.

Bahrain

Human Rights Watch documents unfolding rights crisis

There have been widespread arbitrary arrests and incommunicado detention, torture, and unfair military court trials since pro-democracy protests began, as well as summary dismissals of workers accused of sympathising with the protests.

Bahrain

BCHR documents attacks on those who dare speak to the media

Many who have spoken to media have been subject to intimidation, violence, arrest, and prosecution, according to BCHR.

Bahrain

BCHR releases report on government crackdown against photographers

The report documents the authorities' targeting of photographers, from dismissals to assaults and arrests, in response to their involvement in documenting the events of Bahrain's revolution.

Palestine / Israel

Violations against journalists continued in May 2011

MADA monitored 12 violations of media freedom in May 2011, including the near fatal shooting of Mohamed Othman.

Bahrain

BCHR documents attacks on organisation's president by security forces and sectarian media

BCHR reiterates its concern for the safety of organisation president Nabeel Rajab and that of his family.

Syria

Information blockade shields crimes against humanity, says Human Rights Watch report

Security forces have killed at least 418 people in the Daraa governorate alone, and more than 887 across Syria, according to local activists who have been maintaining a list of those killed.

Bahrain

BCHR report outlines misinformation campaign waged by the Bahrain Radio and Television Corporation

The Bahrain TV station has been broadcasting fabricated images and programs aimed at discrediting those who participated in the peaceful protests, says BCHR.

Bahrain

BCHR report documents government's attempts to stifle online free expression

A number of political affairs sites, discussion forums and activists' blogs have been blocked or shut down by the authorities, BCHR notes.

Palestine / Israel

Violations of media freedom in April 2011

There was a marked decrease in the number of violations in April, which was, however, negated by the increased brutality of the attacks.

Palestine

MADA releases first quarter report on World Press Freedom Day

According to the report, 2011 has brought with it an unprecedented increase in Palestinian-perpetrated violations against the media.

Palestine / Israel

Violations against journalists in March 2011

Numerous violations against press freedoms in Gaza were recorded as well as incidents of the targeting of women journalists.

Palestine

Human Rights Watch report documents rise in attacks, detentions of journalists in West Bank and Gaza

Human Rights Watch calls on Palestinian authorities to hold their security forces to account for abuses and urges foreign donors to condition aid to security forces on concrete accountability measures.

Lebanon

SKeyes Annual Report 2010

SKeyes has issued its annual report on the status of media and cultural freedoms in Lebanon, Syria, Palestine and Jordan in 2010.

Middle East and North Africa

Roots of Unrest - CIHRS 2010 report on human rights in the Arab region

Blocking outlets for peaceful expression, by placing pressure on freedom of expression and the media, was identified as one of the roots of unrest in the region.

Palestine / Israel

Violations against journalists in February 2011

MADA monitored numerous violations against journalists in the occupied Palestinian territories during February.

Yemen

Security forces killed at least nine, injured 150, at peaceful Aden protests

The 20-page report, "Days of Bloodshed in Aden," documents attacks on protesters in the strategic port city of Aden from 16 to 25 February.

Palestine / Israel

MADA report on violations of media freedoms in 2010

MADA monitored an increase in the number of attacks on journalists as a result of the continued Israeli occupation and internal Palestinian disputes.

Iraq

Human Rights Watch releases report on human rights situation, including conditions for journalists

The 102-page report calls on the government to protect the rights of vulnerable groups and amend laws that violate freedom of speech.

Palestine / Israel

Violations of media freedoms in January 2011

MADA has documented numerous violations against journalists by both Israeli occupation forces and Palestinian security services.

Palestine

Violations of media freedoms in December 2010

MADA documented 19 actions against journalists or their property in December 2010.

Bahrain

ANHRI announces release of Arab Working Group report on the media's performance during the elections

The report points to the media's bias towards government candidates and the effect of the detention crackdown on the media's performance.

Palestine

Research on access to information rights

MADA publishes a report on the right of access to information and the reality of its implementation and practice.

Egypt

Human Rights Watch report points to systematic crackdown before elections

Human Rights Watch is documenting systematic violations of the right to freedom of expression, assembly, and association - rights that are fundamental to free and fair elections.

Libya

Government rejects much-needed changes at first Human Rights Council Review

Human Rights Watch urges the government to implement UN-recommended reforms regarding rights violations, including those relating to freedom of expression.

Egypt

CIHRS reveals first phase of election monitoring results

Throughout the months preceding the parliamentary election, the government resorted to a broad campaign to restrict public liberties, especially freedom of expression, CIHRS said.

Iraq

RSF issues investigative report on the state of press freedom in Iraqi Kurdistan

In a new report titled, "Between Freedom and Abuses: The Media Paradox in Iraqi Kurdistan", RSF reviews the political and historical circumstances surrounding the growth of media outlets in the region.

Tunisia

Union voices silenced

A new Human Rights Watch report highlights the plight of labour, student and journalist unions that have criticised government policies.

Palestine

MADA releases access to information study

To mark International Day of Access to Information, MADA issued a new study entitled, "The reality of access to information in Palestine".

Yemen

A CPJ special report: In Yemen, brutal repression cloaked in law

President Ali Abdullah Saleh's administration is erecting an elaborate legal structure intended to further restrict news coverage and provide a veneer of legitimacy for its brutal action.

Palestine / Israel

Palestinian media in the Gaza Strip continue to carry out their work despite restrictions, MADA study concludes

The study was entitled, "The impact of the Israeli siege on media outlets in the Gaza Strip".

Iraq

Iraq war: heaviest death toll for media since World War II

Two weeks after the U.S. Army's last combat brigade withdrew from Iraq, RSF surveyed the country's seven years of occupation by the coalition forces and their impact on press freedom.

Palestine

MADA study calls for an end to self-censorship

The study was prepared by journalist and researcher Mahmoud Alfataftah.

Syria

President Bashar al-Asad's decade in power marked by repression, says Human Rights Watch report

The 35-page report reviews Syria's bleak human rights record in five key areas, including freedom of expression.

Syria

Ten years after Bashar el-Assad’s ascent to power, government still decides who can be a journalist

All the talk of political and legislative reforms have not produced any results. As in his foreign policy, Assad says one thing and does another.

Tunisia

IPI releases report on covering corruption

IPI's report details assaults, imprisonment and judicial and administrative harassment.

Iran

RSF reports on press freedom one year after Ahmadinejad's re-election

Using a skillfully devised strategy, the regime's repressive policies have succeeded, says RSF report.

Middle East and North Africa

The IFJ calls for an end to media repression in the Middle East and the Arab world

In its annual review, the IFJ finds that despite governments' commitments to respect media freedom, many journalists are still being prosecuted and jailed.

Yemen

Yemeni media and journalists targeted by spate of prosecutions

RSF strongly condemns a sharp decline in the press freedom situation since the start of the second half of 2009.

Tunisia

Media monitoring of the presidential and legislative elections

This is the second report submitted by a coalition of NGOs on the performance of the Tunisian media during the elections.

Palestine / Israel

MADA's 2009 annual report on press freedom

MADA recorded 173 violations of media freedoms, 97 committed by Israeli occupation forces and settlers and 76 by Palestinian security forces and armed groups.

Iraq

Election candidates should promote human rights, says Human Rights Watch

The country remains one of the world's most dangerous countries for journalists, who also face harassment and legal action by government officials.

Iran

Human Rights Watch report documents mounting rights violations as government celebrates revolution's anniversary

The scope of the government's crackdown on dissent since the disputed June 2009 elections is even broader than previously reported, says Human Rights Watch.

Iran

With 47 journalists in jail, Iran setting notorious records

While many were arrested after the 2009 presidential election, a CPJ survey found that a campaign to detain independent and opposition journalists is ongoing.

Tunisia

OLPEC launches report on Internet censorship

The report provides an overview of state-sanctioned Internet censorship in Tunisia.

Middle East and North Africa

ANHRI releases report on Internet usage, censorship and repression in the Arab world

Governments block and censor the Internet, tap the lines of its users and torture many of them, says ANHRI

Iran

RSF assesses media toll of six-month crackdown

Six months after Iran's disputed presidential election, authorities continue to censor news and information and persecute journalists.

Middle East and North Africa

Arabic Network for Freedom of Information releases report on right to access information in Arab countries

The report was released on 10 December 2009, Human Rights Day.

Libya

Human Rights Watch report notes pockets of improvement in repressive atmosphere

The report notes that while there is more space to write openly about certain subjects, criminal sanctions continue to stifle journalists and prohibit freedom of association.

Yemen

End harsh repression in south, says Human Rights Watch

Human Rights Watch report documents attacks by security forces on Southern Movement supporters as well as journalists, academics and other opinion-makers.

Palestine

Violations of media freedoms in Palestine during November 2009

November 2009 witnessed a serious escalation in attacks on journalists by Israeli forces and the Palestinian security services in the West Bank and Gaza Strip.

Syria

End persecution of Kurds, Human Rights Watch report urges

The 63-page report, "Group Denial: Repression of Kurdish Political and Cultural Rights in Syria," notes that arrests of activists are intensifying.

Palestine

Violations of media freedoms in Palestine during October 2009

(MADA/IFEX) - There have been disturbing violations of media freedoms in the occupied Palestinian territories during October 2009. The Palestinian Center for Development and Media Freedoms (MADA) monitored many of the Israeli violations against journalists, especially incidents in Jerusalem and Hebron committed by the Israeli occupation forces.

Lebanon

Maharat Foundation releases study on media coverage of the 2009 parliamentary elections

The results of the study were presented during a roundtable organised by the group.

Middle East and North Africa

CPJ special report: As blogging flourishes in the Middle East, so does repression

Journalistic blogging has become a crucial front in the struggle for freedom of expression, CPJ says in a new report.

Palestine

Violations of media freedoms in Palestine during September 2009

(MADA/IFEX) - September 2009 witnessed renewed violations of media freedoms in the occupied Palestinian territories, where Israeli forces continued to target journalists who cover demonstrations against the construction of the separation wall and settlement expansion.

Palestine

Violations of media freedoms in the Palestinian territories during August 2009

Iran

ARTICLE 19 urges Human Rights Council to address free expression

ARTICLE 19 has provided a submission to the UN Human Rights Council raising concerns about Iran's failure to respect and promote freedom of expression.

Egypt

ARTICLE 19 provides submission to UN Universal Periodic Review

ARTICLE 19 provided a submission outlining key freedom of expression issues regarding Egypt to the UN UPR.

Libya

Gadaffi urged to mark anniversary by restoring rights

Colonel Mu'ammar al-Gaddafi should mark his 40th anniversary in power by wiping repressive laws off the books and freeing political prisoners, Human Rights Watch said.

Lebanon

ARTICLE 19 calls for comprehensive reform of print media legislation

ARTICLE 19 released its analysis of the Press Law and amendments to a range of domestic media laws, as proposed by the Maharat Foundation.

Egypt

Behind the walls of fear: Disclosing the police oppression of human rights and freedom of expression in Fayoum

Palestine

Violations of media freedoms in Palestine during July 2009

Violations of media freedoms in oPt during July 2009

Morocco

Advances and reverses for press freedom during King Mohammed's first decade

Progress has been followed by reverses, RSF says on the eve of the 10th anniversary of King Mohammed's accession to the throne.

Palestine

MADA report on press freedom violations in June 2009

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Iran

Freedom to publish under siege: IPA report slams censorship in Iran

The report describes mechanisms of censorship and makes specific demands to curb censorship through an "IPA Road Map for Freedom to Publish in Iran".

Iraq

Press freedom abuses cited in letter to prime minister

CPJ and the Journalistic Freedoms Observatory have documented a number of assaults and instances of harassment committed by government officials against journalists in various parts of the country.

Egypt

ANHRI releases annual freedom of expression report

Despite the fact that the Network recorded a decline in the number of cases brought against journalists and bloggers in 2008 compared with 2007, the violations that took place in 2008 were more violent.

Lebanon

Maharat Foundation launches report on the status of freedom of speech and expression

In cooperation with UNESCO's regional office in Beirut, Maharat Foundation launched its annual report on the status of freedom of expression and opinion in Lebanon for the year 2008.

Yemen

Attacks on the Press in 2008: Yemen

Tunisia

Attacks on the Press in 2008: Tunisia

Morocco

Attacks on the Press in 2008: Morocco

Lebanon

Attacks on the Press in 2008: Lebanon

Palestine / Israel

Attacks on the Press in 2008: Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory

Iraq

Attacks on the Press in 2008: Iraq

Iran

Attacks on the Press in 2008: Iran

Egypt

Attacks on the Press in 2008: Egypt

Yemen

World Report 2009: Yemen

United Arab Emirates

World Report 2009: United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Tunisia

World Report 2009: Tunisia

Syria

World Report 2009: Syria

Saudi Arabia

World Report 2009: Saudi Arabia

Morocco

World Report 2009: Morocco/Western Sahara

Libya

World Report 2009: Libya

Lebanon

World Report 2009: Lebanon

Jordan

World Report 2009: Jordan

Palestine / Israel

World Report 2009: Israel/Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPT)

Iraq

World Report 2009: Iraq

Iran

World Report 2009: Iran

Egypt

World Report 2009: Egypt

Bahrain

World Report 2009: Bahrain

Algeria

World Report 2009: Algeria

Palestine

SPEAKING OUT FOR FREE EXPRESSION 1987-2007 AND BEYOND: Palestine

Lebanon

SPEAKING OUT FOR FREE EXPRESSION 1987-2007 AND BEYOND: Lebanon

Iraq

SPEAKING OUT FOR FREE EXPRESSION 1987-2007 AND BEYOND: Iraq

Iran

SPEAKING OUT FOR FREE EXPRESSION 1987-2007 AND BEYOND: Iran

Egypt

SPEAKING OUT FOR FREE EXPRESSION 1987-2007 AND BEYOND: Egypt

Tunisia

The Smiling Oppressor

Iraq

The Other Iraq

Palestine / Israel

Indiscriminate Fire: Palestinian Rocket Attacks on Israel and Israeli Artillery Shelling in the Gaza Strip

North Africa / International

Breaking the Chains Press Freedom Campaign: Arab World and Iran

Iraq

The Other Iraq

Iraq

Hundreds of journalists forced into exile in five years since launch of US-led invasion of Iraq

Iraq

Dateline Iraq - Five Years Later

Egypt

Freedom of Opinion & Expression in Egypt

Yemen

Yemen: Freedom of Expression in Peril

Qatar / Bahrain / Kuwait / Saudi Arabia / United Arab Emirates

Annual Report 2008: The Gulf states

Yemen

Annual Report 2008: Yemen

Syria

Annual Report 2008: Syria

Palestine

Annual Report 2008: Palestine

Libya

Annual Report 2008: Libya

Lebanon

Annual Report 2008: Lebanon

Jordan

Annual Report 2008: Jordan

Israel

Annual Report 2008: Israel

Iraq

Annual Report 2008: Iraq

Iran

Annual Report 2008: Iran

Tunisia

Annual Report 2008: Tunisia

Morocco

Annual Report 2008: Morocco

Egypt

Annual Report 2008: Egypt

Algeria

Annual Report 2008: Algeria

United Arab Emirates

World Report 2008: United Arab Emirates

Syria

World Report 2008: Syria

Saudi Arabia

World Report 2008: Saudi Arabia

Tunisia

World Report 2008: Tunisia

Morocco

World Report 2008: Morocco

Libya

World Report 2008: Libya

Lebanon

World Report 2008: Lebanon

Jordan

World Report 2008: Jordan

Palestine

World Report 2008: Palestine

Israel

World Report 2008: Israel

Iraq

World Report 2008: Iraq

Iran

World Report 2008: Iran

Egypt

World Report 2008: Egypt

Bahrain

World Report 2008: Bahrain

Yemen

Attacks on the Press in 2007: Yemen

Palestine

Attacks on the Press in 2007: Palestine

Israel

Attacks on the Press in 2007: Israel

Iraq

Attacks on the Press in 2007: Iraq

Iran

Attacks on the Press in 2007: Iran

Tunisia

Attacks on the Press in 2007: Tunisia

Morocco

Attacks on the Press in 2007: Morocco

Egypt

Attacks on the Press in 2007: Egypt

Oman

Freedom of the Press 2007: Oman

Yemen

Freedom of the Press 2007: Yemen

United Arab Emirates

Freedom of the Press 2007: United Arab Emirates

Syria

Freedom of the Press 2007: Syria

Saudi Arabia

Freedom of the Press 2007: Saudi Arabia

Qatar

Freedom of the Press 2007: Qatar

Palestine

Freedom of the Press 2007: Palestine

Lebanon

Freedom of the Press 2007: Lebanon

Kuwait

Freedom of the Press 2007: Kuwait

Jordan

Freedom of the Press 2007: Jordan

Israel

Freedom of the Press 2007: Israel

Iraq

Freedom of the Press 2007: Iraq

Iran

Freedom of the Press 2007: Iran

Bahrain

Freedom of the Press 2007: Bahrain

Tunisia

Freedom of the Press 2007: Tunisia

Morocco

Freedom of the Press 2007: Morocco

Libya

Freedom of the Press 2007: Libya

Egypt

Freedom of the Press 2007: Egypt

Algeria

Freedom of the Press 2007: Algeria

Tunisia

Freedom of Expression in Tunisia: The Siege Holds

Tunisia

Deception and Lies: Freedom of Expression in Tunisia Remains under Siege Six Months After the WSIS

Tunisia

Freedom of Expression in Tunisia: The Siege Intensifies

Tunisia

Tunisia: Freedom of Expression under Siege