Venezuelan NGO Reports 130 Incidents of Free Speech Violations in 2025

In 2025, the Venezuelan NGO Instituto Prensa y Sociedad reported 130 incidents of violations to freedom of speech, highlighting the alarming decline of journalism amid growing impunity.

The NGO Instituto Prensa y Sociedad (Ipys) de Venezuela documented 130 cases of violations to freedom of speech from January to October 2025.
According to Ipys, the reported incidents reflect a continuous deterioration in conditions for journalism in Venezuela, exacerbated by a climate of impunity.
The increase in violations against freedom of speech has significant implications for the Internet landscape in Venezuela, further stifling independent journalism and dissent.

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These findings underscore a troubling trend in Venezuela, where ongoing oppression of free speech poses serious risks to democracy and human rights, highlighting the urgent need for international attention and action.