“We must admit that the situation with media freedom in Ukraine is at a low level, because now we see unusual cases of attacks on freedom of the press,” Kra quotes “112 Ukraine”.
He emphasized that "it is absolutely unacceptable to close the TV channels only because the authorities do not like it, that it shows the reality that is happening."
“If Ukraine wants to join the EU or wants to be its partner, you must understand that even opposition thought can be voiced,” the European MP added.
Earlier, OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media Arlem Desir stated the importance of the new Ukrainian authorities ensuring the safety and freedom of the media.