Czech public media staff strike over government threats to independence

Czech public media employees staged a one-day strike to protest the government’s plan to place funding for Czech Television and Czech Radio under direct control, fearing political interference. The proposal, which includes cutting funding to 2008 levels, has drawn criticism from civil society and media observers who argue it threatens the independence of these outlets. Prime Minister Andrej Babis claims the initiative will be fairer and more efficient, but it has sparked widespread concern over media freedom in the country.

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