These Are the 10 Journalists Facing the ‘Most Urgent’ Threats to Press Freedom Around the World

More than 250 journalists were imprisoned around the world last year, and at least 53 journalists were killed on the job — making 2018 the deadliest year for the press in the past three years, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists.

Those stark numbers have fueled calls for stronger protections for journalists and their work.

More than 250 journalists were imprisoned around the world last year, and at least 53 journalists were killed on the job — making 2018 the deadliest year for the press in the past three years, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists. Those stark numbers have fueled calls for stronger protections for journalists and their work.