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War is Always a Danger for Journalists. This Time is No Different. But Press Freedom Itself is Under Siege, Too.

journalismMarch 17, 2022

The war in Ukraine is putting a heavy burden on the journalists reporting on the ground, who are risking their lives to expose the truth. But this war--also a… More

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Shutdown of Independent Media Leaves Kremlin in Control of War Message at Home

Press ReleaseMarch 3, 2022

“The years-long effort by the Kremlin to replace facts with propaganda, deny its citizens access to truthful information, and repress critiques and organized opposition is culminating with this sweeping,… More

Voices of Ukraine: Readings in Support of Ukraine

Friday, March 4, 2022 | 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm ET
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PEN America To Hold NYC Vigil for Ukraine Monday, Feb. 28 Following 2022 Literary Awards

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(NEW YORK, N.Y.) – On Monday night, February 28, at the conclusion of the 2022 PEN America Literary Awards, PEN America will gather luminaries of the literary and cultural… More

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Prison Sentence for Freelance Journalist in Crimea is a Gross Violation of Free Expression

Free EXpressionFebruary 16, 2022

PEN America today called the sentencing of freelance Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty correspondent Vladyslav Yesypenko to six years in prison a gross violation of the right to freedom of… More

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PEN America—Led Coalition Urges White House to Sanction Criminals in Ukraine

Press ReleaseDecember 23, 2021

"These sanctions would finally bring a measure of accountability to these perpetrators—and stop them from inflicting further pain,” said Stanislav Aseyev, a journalist and former Izolatsiya inmate who endured… More

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Letter: President Biden Must Sanction Individuals Responsible for Human Rights Violations in Eastern Ukraine

Open LetterDecember 23, 2021

We write to urge the immediate imposition of targeted sanctions against the individuals responsible for grave human rights violations in the areas of eastern Ukraine. More

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Closure of Kyiv Post Raises Warning Signal About Independent Journalism in Ukraine

Press ReleaseNovember 12, 2021

PEN America today expressed deep concern regarding the closure of the Kyiv Post. More

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PEN America Condemns Arrest of Ukrainian Journalist

Press ReleaseMarch 19, 2021

The politically-motivated arrest of Vladyslav Yesypenko is an unacceptable attempt to silence a Crimean journalist. More

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Ukrainian Journalist Mykola Semena Released From House Arrest

Press ReleaseFebruary 4, 2020

"It is deeply gratifying that Mykola has not only been released from house arrest but also cleared of the spurious charges he faced." More

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