There are currently 533 journalists in prison around the world, more than double the number five years ago.
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The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) has reported that 128 journalists were killed worldwide in 2025.
More than half of these were killed in the Middle East and the Arab region.
The highest number of journalists were killed in Palestine. 56 journalists were killed in Gaza, according to the IFJ.
According to the IFJ, journalists working in countries such as Yemen, Ukraine, Sudan, Peru, India and others are at particular risk due to war, internal unrest and organized crime.
IFJ Secretary-General Antony Belanger described the situation as a 'global red alert for journalism'. He said that impunity for journalist killings has emboldened criminals.
According to the same report, there are currently 533 journalists in prison worldwide, more than double the number five years ago.
China is the top country in the list of countries that imprison journalists, with 143 journalists (including Hong Kong) in prison. The main reason for this is the strict national security laws implemented in Hong Kong.
The IFJ's kill list also includes deaths outside war zones, accidents and deaths indirectly related to work. That is why its figures are higher than those of organizations such as Reporters Without Borders (RSF) or UNESCO.
The RSF said 67 journalists were killed in the line of duty this year. Similarly, UNESCO has registered 93 journalist deaths.
All three bodies have concluded that attacks on journalism are increasing and that the government needs to take urgent and strong measures to ensure safety, justice and press freedom.
