Like the rest of the world, the Balkans are not immune to the spread of fake news.
A Council of Europe report on the media environment in the Balkans highlights that the region is overwhelmingly confronted with “fake news, hate speech, and clickbait, which have led to a sharp decline in public trust in the media.” In this troubled environment, developing critical thinking skills is essential to distinguish reliable information from manipulation.
Thanks to our interactive map,
Explore the media landscape in the six countries of the region, their place in the world in terms of press freedom, and discover a selection of independent media outlets committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive, free, independent, and pluralistic information.
