April Featured Case: Ukrainian Filmmaker Imprisoned in Russia On Charges of “Terrorism”
Ukrainian filmmaker Oleg Sentsov was sentenced to 20 years in a Siberian prison on charges rooted in his political activities, namely his outspoken criticism of Russia’s annexation of Crimea. More
Ukrainian Journalist Mykola Semena Faces New Phase of Trial
As Ukrainian journalist Mykola Semena faces the next phase of his trial for charges stemming from his criticism of Russia’s annexation of Crimea, PEN America calls for all charges… More
2017 PEN/Barbey Freedom to Write Award: Oleg Sentsov
Acclaimed filmmaker Oleg Sentsov was sentenced to 20 years in a Russian prison on charges of terrorism. Many international governments believe that he has been convicted on groundless charges… More
DARE: Daily Alert on Rights and Expression
Comey confirms that FBI is investigating possible ties between Trump campaign and Russia, Trump tweets in attempt to discredit Comey's testimony, and more. More
Crimean Journalist Mykola Semena in Need of Urgent Medical Care While Under House Arrest
All charges should be dropped against Mykola Semena, a Ukrainian journalist on trial for “separatism” after criticizing the Russian annexation of Crimea, and he should be allowed to travel… More
DARE: Daily Alert on Rights and Expression
Trump holds a bizarre press conference, Twitter's worrisome new censorship tools, Turkish satirical magazine shut down over Moses cartoon, and more. More
DARE: Daily Alert on Rights and Expression
Trump continues to take questions only from friendly outlets, Ahmed Naji speaks on his imprisonment, movie studio creates fake news, and more. More
Free Expression Daily Digest: Wednesday, October 12
Facebook deleted a parody account in Brazil, Iran temporarily releases hunger-striking journalist, South Sudanese journalist abducted, and more. More
Free Expression Daily Digest: Wednesday, October 5
Hong Kong pro-democracy leader deported, Crimea Tatar activist's home raided, South African activist faces Israeli arrest, and more. More
Free Expression Digest: Wed., April 20
Turkish police chiefs on trial over journalist's murder, Hong Kong editor's firing prompts worries about press freedom, Family of slain journalist sues Syria. More