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Free Expression Digest: Tues., January 12
Egyptian journalist's detention renewed, Iranian poet released on bail, Palestinians arrest journalist for false reporting. More
Iran: Another Poet’s Arrest Signals Creation of Repressive Blueprint for Free Expression
The arrest of poet Hila Sedighi in Tehran this week marks an acceleration in Iran’s crackdown on provocative cultural figures as the country prepares for elections next month. More
Free Expression Digest: Mon., January 11
Three Naji Jerf murder suspects held, Palestinian journalist on hunger strike, Brazil makes critical arrest in Pablo Medina murder case. More
Joint Statement: Concern about the Disappearance of 5 Hong Kong Booksellers
PEN American has signed onto a joint statement calling on the Chinese government to explain the disappearances of five Hong Kong booksellers related to Might Current publishing and urging… More
Free Expression Digest: Fri., January 8
Hong Kong publisher disappearances prompt fears, Iranian journalists jailed in run-up to elections, NGOs fume after Indonesian activist ban. More
Free Expression Digest: Thurs., January 7
Poland's president signs controversial media law, Indonesian activist banned from entering Malaysia, Vatican newspaper claims Charlie Hebdo cover is blasphemous. More
Free Expression Digest: Wed., January 6
Turkey releases VICE journalist on bail, Saudi executions seen as warning to dissenters, ISIS ran Facebook account of murdered journalist. More
January Featured Cases: The Price of Free Expression in Russia
This month, we're highlighting the cases of three individuals, both Russian and non-Russian, who have suffered at the hands of the Russian authorities for simply exercising their right to… More
Free Expression Digest: Tues., January 5
ISIS executes first female reporter, Hamas detains satirical journalist, South Korean labor activist charged. More
Hong Kong: Disappearances of 5 Associated with Publisher Furthers Concerns about Free Expression
The mysterious disappearances of five men associated with a Hong Kong publisher known for its scathing exposés of Chinese officials drive increasing concern for the fading autonomy of the… More