Issued on: 30/04/2026 - 15:51

Reporters Without Borders says global press freedom has dropped to its lowest level in 25 years, with only 1 percent of the world’s population living in countries rated as having a “good” media environment. The report highlights rising violence against journalists in conflict zones, worsening legal pressure worldwide, and political attacks on the media, while Norway ranks first and Eritrea remains last.

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