Press freedom in retreat across Europe, warns journalists' federation head (euobserver.com)

• Hungary's media landscape under Orban's control
• French journalists face political pressure and lawsuits
• Financial strains lead to consolidation and loss of editorial independence

"Ricardo Gutiérrez, general secretary of the European Federation of Journalists, warns in an interview that press freedom is worsening across Europe due to financial strains, political influence, and attacks on journalists. He cites Hungary and France as examples of growing restrictions and self-censorship, and notes the rise of 'influencers' blurring lines between journalism and propaganda."