2026 World Press Freedom Index shows sharp decline as authoritarianism spreads
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- Category: World News
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-30 00:12 UTC
- Sources: Deutsche Welle
Deutsche Welle says the 2026 World Press Freedom Index shows three‑quarters of countries now classified as “problematic” or worse, with only a few dozen rated satisfactory. The report paints a bleak picture of global media as authoritarianism rises worldwide.
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