Russian journalists face legal action, harassment
Russian journalist Svetlana Prokopyeva, pictured, is found guilty of “justifying terrorism” and ordered to pay a steep fine. Journalist Ivan Safronov is charged with treason, and dozens of journalists are detained at protests for his release. Several journalists are harassed and attacked by police while covering the lead-up to a plebiscite on amendments to the country’s constitution. (Photo: AFP/Olga Maltseva)
Reporters are attacked and arrested while covering protests following the death of George Floyd. Follow our coverage at the U.S. Press Freedom Tracker, a partnership between CPJ and Freedom of the Press Foundation.
