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Kazakhstan media freedom
Ukraine to Seek Extradition of Suspects in Shooting of Kazakh Journalist in Kyiv
By Catherine Putz
Outspoken critic of the Kazakh government Aidos Sadyqov was shot in the head on June 18. His attackers allegedly fled back to Kazakhstan.
Fines for Critics in the Aftermath of Kazakhstan’s Terrible Spring Floods
By Catherine Putz
A Kazakh journalist was charged with "petty hooliganism” for using profanity in his complaint about media being barred from accessing flood zones.
Kazakhstan Publishes List of Entities and Individuals Receiving Foreign Funding
By Catherine Putz
When is a list not just a list?
Kazakhstan’s Media, Journalists Under Pressure
By Paolo Sorbello
An attack on a journalist highlights the difficult environment for the press.
Kazakhstan Decriminalizes Defamation, Keeps Hindering Free Media
By Paolo Sorbello
Hailed as a step in the right direction, the decriminalization of defamation is still not enough to relieve pressure from the press.
Press Freedom Questions Follow Pompeo to Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
The U.S. secretary of state said he’s sent a “perfect message” on press freedoms.
Brief Detention, Fine, and Regional Ban for French Journalist Looking Into Zhanaozen
By Catherine Putz
Seven years later, Zhanaozen remains a sensitive issue in Kazakhstan.
Kazakh Authorities Target Media Outlets in Former Minister's Libel Suit
By Catherine Putz
Crying libel and defamation to hit back at critical reporting is not new to Kazakhstan.
With Media Law Amendments, Kazakhstan Deals a Blow to Press Freedom
By Catherine Putz
Astana consulted journalists on revisions to the country's media law, and then ignored their recommendations.
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