The Disturbing Rise of Pegasus Spyware Targeting Serbia’s BIRN Journalists ¤

A recent investigation by Amnesty International has shed light on a troubling trend regarding press freedom in the Balkans, notably focusing on journalists from the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network (BIRN) who have been targeted by the infamous Pegasus spyware.Developed by the Israeli firm NSO Group, this sophisticated surveillance tool has faced global criticism for its use by governments to monitor activists, journalists, and political adversaries. The findings from Amnesty’s latest report raise significant concerns about the erosion of journalistic independence and endanger those committed to exposing corruption and holding authorities accountable in Serbia. As digital threats become more prevalent, this form of targeted surveillance not only violates personal privacy but also undermines democratic values and freedom of expression throughout the region.

Press Freedom in Serbia Under Threat as BIRN Journalists Face Pegasus Spyware

Recent investigations reveal alarming…