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The European Commission’s 2026 report on the rule of law, published on 17 July, underestimates the seriousness of the attacks on press freedom and media pluralism. The European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) calls on the European Parliament, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) and the Committee of the Regions to take a critical look…

An effective rule of law enables citizens to benefit from independent justice systems, robust anti-corruption measures, a free and diverse media landscape, and strong checks and balances that safeguard their rights and foster trust in public institutions and democracy. This, in turn, provides the necessary legal certainty to support investment, competitiveness, and economic growth. The…