RSF: Global press freedom at 25-year low, Czechia ranked 11th

Press freedom worldwide has fallen to its lowest level in 25 years, according to the latest report by the international organization Reporters Without Borders (RSF). Media conditions are described as “difficult” or “very serious” in most of the 180 countries surveyed, largely due to the spread of restrictive legislation.

The Czech Republic slipped one place year-on-year to 11th. The bottom of the ranking is once again occupied by Saudi Arabia, Iran, China, North Korea and Eritrea. At the top, where media enjoy the greatest freedom are Norway, The Netherlands, Estonia, Denmark and Sweden.