Prosecutors asked to penalize Eros TV, Info channels. Luzhkov s media empire extends to Nizhnii. Sverdlovsk oblast considers restrictive media law. Media-Most denies damaging national interests. Yeltsin extends tax benefits for media.
Media ask for state support.
Azerbaijan President in favour of independent broadcasting. Government crusade against media condemned. ANS TV denies allegations of bias. Many private TV companies unable to operate. Government pressure on broadcasters claim.