World Press Freedom Day 2026: RSF report says press freedom at its lowest in 25 years
Summary
A report by Reporters Without Borders shows that press freedom worldwide is at its lowest point in 25 years. Journalists are facing more direct dangers, especially in conflict areas like Gaza. This decline affects the basic human right of freedom of expression recognized by the United Nations.Key Facts
- May 3 is recognized by the United Nations as World Press Freedom Day.
- Reporters Without Borders released a report saying global press freedom has dropped to its lowest level in 25 years.
- UNESCO compared this decline to times of extreme global instability like the two world wars and the Cold War.
- In recent years, journalists have become direct targets during conflicts rather than just observers.
- The situation in Gaza is highlighted as one of the most dangerous for journalists.
- Freedom of expression is a basic human right according to Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
- The head of the Palestinian journalists’ group, Nasser Abu Bakr, shared additional information on this issue.
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