ATTACKS ON PRESS FREEDOM AND FREE SPEECH IN TURKEY
In Turkey, the press has been marred by government interference and suppression, leading to a precarious environment for journalists, particularly women and those critical of the authorities. In the media landscape, the government’s tight grip on national media outlets has pushed citizens towards seeking information from alternative sources in recent times.
165th OUT OF 180 COUNTRIES IN FREEDOM OF THE PRESS:
“Authoritarianism is gaining ground in Türkiye, challenging media pluralism. All possible means are used to undermine critics.” Reporters Without Borders. Turkey ranked 165 among 180 countries in the 2021 Press Freedom Index of Reporters Without Borders.
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