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RSF launches 3rd edition of #EspacioSeguroRSF, university stay for Latin American journalists at risk

Reporters Without Borders (RSF, by its acronym in Spanish) in Spain and the Miguel Hernández University of Elche (UMH) are collaborating on the third edition of the UMH-Elche #EspacioSeguroRSF program for Press Freedom. This initiative offers a Latin American journalist at risk the opportunity to spend three months at the UMH campus in Elche, Alicante, […]

Cuban journalist Henry Constantin released after four days in detention

"Independent journalist Henry Constantin, director of media outlet La Hora de Cuba and regional vice-president of the Inter American Press Association (IAPA) was released Thursday [July 3], after spending four days in a dungeon at the State Security headquarters [...]. [...] Constantin acknowledged that his situation is not promising. 'There are threats that will continue […]

Threatened Colombian journalist wounded in shooting

"Journalist Gustavo Chica, of Guaviare Estéreo and Caracol Radio, was the victim of an armed attack last night [July 5]. He and his wife were leaving their home in [the Colombian municipality of] San José del Guaviare to go to a park when they were shot several times. Both were wounded and were taken by […]

Press unions demand freedom for 20 journalists and media workers detained in Venezuela

"The National Association of Journalists, the National Union of Press Workers (SNTP, for its acronym in Spanish), and the Circle of Photojournalists demanded the release of the 20 journalists and media workers detained in the country and paid tribute to their work and courage. The event, held at the National House of Journalists, brought together […]

Salvadoran court upholds 30-year prison sentence for military personnel who ordered murders of Dutch journalists

"This Thursday, July 3, 2025, the Court of First Instance of Dulce Nombre de María formally handed down the conviction of General José Guillermo García, Colonel Francisco Antonio Morán, and Colonel Mario Adalberto Reyes Mena, found guilty of ordering the murders of four Dutch journalists on March 17, 1982, during the Salvadoran civil war. According […]

Open call for submissions to 2025 Global Summit on Disinformation

"The Global Summit on Disinformation officially opens its call for proposals to gather voices, research, and experiences for its fifth edition, which will take place on Sept. 17 and 18, 2025, in a 100% virtual and free format, with simultaneous interpretation in Spanish, English, and Portuguese. This call is aimed at journalists, researchers, technologists, educators, activists, […]

Paraguayan journalists' union demands wage hike amid rising living costs

“The Journalists' Union of Paraguay (SPP for its initials in Spanish) has raised concerns over the ‘deterioration of purchasing power that affects workers in general, and our sector in particular.’ According to the union, food prices have increased by more than 40% over the past four years, while wages have not kept pace. The SPP […]

Brazilian journalist federation releases updated protocol on violence against the press

“In a virtual plenary session held Monday, June 30, the National Federation of Journalists (Fenaj for its initials in Portuguese) officially presented an updated version of its Internal Protocol for Action in Cases of Violence Against Journalists to representatives from journalists’ unions across Brazil. The document organizes existing procedures and introduces faster, more effective guidelines […]

Retired journalist in Mexico prosecuted and banned from reporting after criticizing local state government

“Retired journalist Jorge González is under criminal prosecution in the Mexican state of Campeche following a complaint filed by Governor Layda Sansores, accusing him of inciting hatred. As part of the precautionary measures ordered by a judge, González has been barred from practicing journalism for two years. Additionally, the digital news outlet Tribuna, which he […]

CPJ outraged at ICE refusal of judge’s order to release journalist Mario Guevara

“The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns the decision by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement authorities not to comply with a federal immigration judge order that granted bail to Atlanta-based Salvadoran journalist Mario Guevara, who was originally arrested on First Amendment-related charges. Those charges were dropped on June 25. CPJ calls for Guevara’s immediate release. […]

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Milei sues journalist for defamation after she announces legal action against him

"Argentine President Javier Milei filed a defamation complaint Tuesday, July 1, against journalist Julia Mengolini, citing alleged ‘insults’ and violations of his ‘right to honor.’ The complaint was submitted through his lawyer, Francisco Oneto, shortly after Mengolini announced plans to take legal action against the president. Milei’s complaint targets comments Mengolini made about the president’s […]

Guatemala's Supreme Court accepts injunction of journalist José Rubén Zamora who remains in prison

"The Supreme Court of Guatemala accepted an amparo (legal appeal) filed by the defense of journalist José Rubén Zamora Marroquín against an Appeals Court that ordered his pretrial detention, although his release from prison has not been finalized. In a statement, the Court detailed this Sunday [June 29] that it is 'provisionally' suspending the ruling […]