Turkey's press freedom remains severely restricted, ranking 159 out of 180 in the global press freedom index by Reporters Without Borders in 2025. Although only four journalists are imprisoned, the government employs various tactics to stifle independent media, including withholding passports from released journalists. A significant majority of media outlets are controlled by pro-government business interests. The situation has deteriorated over the last 20 years, with systematic efforts to silence dissenting voices, including a recent 10-day broadcast ban on two critical TV stations.
Turkey has been ranked 159 out of 180 countries in the 2025 global press freedom index by Reporters Without Borders. Only four journalists are currently imprisoned, yet risks persist.
Over 95% of Turkish media are closely aligned with the government, indicating systemic control over independent journalism by businesspeople loyal to state interests.
The situation of media freedom in Turkey has been tense for 20 years, with systematic interventions worsening conditions for journalists and broadcasters.
Turkey's two largest critical TV stations, Sozcu TV and Halk TV, face a 10-day broadcasting ban imposed by the Radio and Television Supreme Council.
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