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USAGM networks provide State of Union coverage to the world
USAGM networks provided comprehensive coverage of the 2019 State of the Union with live, simultaneous translation of the President's speech and the Democratic response along with expert analysis on topics of special interest to each region's audiences.
Current Time celebrates two years of impact and growth
Current Time, the 24/7 Russian-language network, has seen explosive growth on digital platforms that are expanding the channel’s audiences and impact as it marks its second year. Led by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) in cooperation with Voice of America (VOA) as an alternative to Kremlin-controlled media, Current Time’s on-the-spot,… READ MORE
RFE/RL deplores attempt to silence Russian journalist
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) is alarmed over a criminal investigation that has been brought against journalist Svetlana Prokopyeva for purportedly “justifying terrorism” in remarks she made on a media platform. “The investigation against Svetlana Prokopyeva is a clear attempt to silence an independent journalist,” said RFE/RL Acting President Daisy Sindelar. Prokopyeva… READ MORE
From the CEO
Statement from CEO John F. Lansing on Truong Duy Nhat
I am deeply concerned by the disappearance of Radio Free Asia (RFA) Vietnamese contributor Truong Duy Nhat, who is believed to have been abducted in Bangkok, Thailand where he had traveled to seek political asylum.
John Lansing
"Meeting of the Board, March 6"
Russian authorities launch a criminal investigation against journalist Svetlana Prokopyeva for purportedly “justifying terrorism” in remarks she made on a media platform.
Impact Stories
Highest ranking North Korean defector says USIM plays important role
Thae Young-ho, former Deputy Ambassador to the North Korean embassy in the UK and the highest ranking diplomat to defect from the DPRK, has repeatedly commented on the importance of U.S. international media's Korean programming. At his first press conference after defecting on December 27, 2016, he said, "When I was immersed in the regime of North Korea, I was encouraged by Radio Free Asia’s articles written by a defector…
Threats to Press
In Run-Up To Summit, Kremlin Targets RFE/RL
The U.S. Department of State has condemned “the selective targeting” of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) in response to a July 5 ruling by a Moscow court finding that the media company failed to comply with requirements tied to its designation…
RFE/RL deplores attempt to silence Russian journalist
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) is alarmed over a criminal investigation that has been brought against journalist Svetlana Prokopyeva for purportedly “justifying terrorism” in remarks she made on a media platform. “The investigation against Svetlana Prokopyeva is a clear attempt to silence…
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“Many media programs have dealt with ISIS using various methods. However, the new documentary series, “Delusional Paradise” adopts a unique, extremely sensitive line by focusing on the “living victims” who have lost loved ones and family members to ISIS’s violence.”
Waleed Barkasyieh for Almodon.com
