Search in South America, from 2020, national level
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ContinentSouth America
TacticDetention and violence 1Expulsion and visa denial 1Shutdowns and blocking 1Funding and ownership pressure 1Licensing and closure of outlets 1
OutcomeSustained 2
LevelNational 2
| Date | Incident | Country | Tactic | Head of government | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 July 2024 | Venezuela detains, expels and restricts journalists after disputed 2024 election | Venezuela (RSF 2026 rank: 159th of 180) | Detention and violence | Nicolas Maduro | Sustained |
| 4 March 2024 | Milei's government shuts down Argentina's state news agency Telam | Argentina (RSF 2026 rank: 98th of 180) | Funding and ownership pressure | Javier Milei | Sustained |