The Middle East Journalism & Media section offers credible coverage of press freedom, journalism trends, and media industry developments across the region. From newsroom challenges and censorship issues to digital innovation and cross-border reporting, this section highlights the stories, people, and policies shaping the media landscape of the Middle East.
Published 12 hours ago: Iran has intensified online censorship, blocking independent news sites and social channels, sparking protests from journalist groups over the growing suppression of press freedom.
Published 17 hours ago: Six Turkish journalists have been summoned over coverage of opposition mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, raising fresh concerns about press freedom and political repression in Turkey.
Published 17 hours ago: Over 285 journalists have been killed in Gaza since 2023, exposing a severe impunity crisis and raising calls for global action to protect press freedom.
Published 17 hours ago: Arab states are tightening digital content laws, with new regulations in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt raising fresh concerns about media freedom and online expression.