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Global Journalists Warn U.S. Press to Guard Against Eroding Freedoms
In a compelling series titled “Letters From the Field,” foreign journalists operating under censorship and persecution offer stark advice to their American peers: press freedom in the U.S. is not immune to deterioration. Tanya Kozyreva, a Pulitzer finalist from Ukraine, and others from Syria, Nigeria, Mexico, Kenya, and Latin America detail the subtle encroachments that can signal major threats—delayed records requests, hesitant sources, and self-censorship. They emphasize resilience, digital security, and building global support networks. The message is clear: unity and vigilance are essential to preserving independent journalism. (Read More) (Poynter Rating)
Trump Supports Foreign Journalist Access to Gaza Amid Israeli Restrictions
President Donald Trump expressed support for allowing foreign journalists access to the Gaza Strip, a region Israel has restricted to international media, citing security concerns. The comments come after recent Israeli airstrikes killed several journalists, which Israeli officials claim were affiliated with Hamas, a claim disputed by news outlets. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated plans are underway to permit more foreign journalists entry, while maintaining safety measures. This follows increased scrutiny over transparency in reporting on the conflict. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)
Google AI Overviews Slammed by Publishers for Slashing Search Traffic
Leading U.S. publishers report a sharp drop, 10% on average, in Google search referral traffic since the rollout of AI Overviews and AI Mode. Affected outlets, including major newsrooms and entertainment brands, cite concerns that AI-generated summaries are replacing their content, thereby undercutting ad revenue. Non-news sites suffered more severely, with up to a 25% drop. Industry leaders are calling for transparent data, opt-out options for AI features, and AI licensing deals. Critics warn this trend could threaten funding for investigative journalism and limit public access to original reporting. MBFC has seen a 20% drop. (Read More) (Press Gazette Rating)
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