4. Syria
Syria, being lead by President Bashar al-Assad, is one of the most dangerous places for a journalist; not only because of the raging civil war, but also because of how they repress their media.
In spite of the fact that a law was passed supporting the freedom of the press, Syrian journalists still feel as if nothing has changed since the said law was passed. Journalists are still being arrested without reason. Syria’s media outlets are also restricted and monitored by the government officials.
Internet was widely used in Syria until 2009, as the government extensively filtered and blocked foreign websites. Even online chat rooms are monitored.
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