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RFE/RL journalists work in some of the world’s most challenging media environments, at great personal risk.

Journalists in Trouble: Alsu Kurmasheva Receives National Press Club President’s Award

Alsu Kurmasheva receives National Press Club President’s Award; Andrey Kuznechyk marks 1,000 days in prison; former RFE/RL correspondent dies in Turkmenistan; and more.

Journalists in Trouble: Alsu Kurmasheva Freed in Historic Prisoner Swap, Reunited with Family

Alsu Kurmasheva freed in historic prisoner swap; RFE/RL president testifies before Congress; Kazakhstan passes new media law; and more.

Statement from the RFE/RL Board of Directors on the Release of Alsu Kurmasheva 

The Board of Directors of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty welcomes home RFE/RL journalist Alsu Kurmasheva following her release from unjust detention in the Russian Federation.

Providing Trusted, Uncensored News in Countries Where a Free Press is Threatened

RFE/RL’s mission is to promote democratic values by providing accurate, uncensored news and open debate in countries where a free press is threatened and disinformation is pervasive. RFE/RL reports the facts, undaunted by pressure.

RFE/RL Reaches Growing Audiences

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People reached every week by RFE/RL’s coverage

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Staff around the world

27

Languages including Kyrgyz, Persian, Russian, Ukrainian, and more

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Countries across Central and Eastern Europe, the Near East, and Central Asia

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Where We Work

RFE/RL reports in 27 languages to 23 countries, reaching more than 40 million people every week. With over 1,700 staff, RFE/RL is one of the most comprehensive news operations in the world.

Afghanistan

Despite significant pressure from the Taliban, Radio Azadi is one of the most popular and trusted media outlets in Afghanistan. 

Russia

RFE/RL’s Russian Service is a multi-platform alternative to state-controlled media, providing audiences in Russia with informed and accurate news and analysis. 

Ukraine

RFE/RL’s Ukrainian Service is a trusted, award-winning outlet with a growing audience that provides comprehensive coverage of Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine.

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RFE/RL Announces National Security Expert Lisa Curtis as Board Chair 

Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) is pleased to announce that Lisa Curtis was appointed as Board Chair on July 31, 2024.

Statement from the RFE/RL Board of Directors on the Release of Alsu Kurmasheva 

The Board of Directors of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty welcomes home RFE/RL journalist Alsu Kurmasheva following her release from unjust detention in the Russian Federation.

American RFE/RL Reporter Alsu Kurmasheva Released from Russian Custody 

RFE/RL welcomes news of Alsu’s release and is grateful to the American government and all who worked tirelessly to end her unjust treatment by Russia.

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