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Media Under Siege: PTI Supporters Unleash Aggression on Journalists Amid Protests for Imran Khan’s Release in Pakistan

Islamabad, Pakistan — Tensions have soared in Pakistan’s capital as supporters of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, advocating for the release of their detained leader and former Prime Minister Imran Khan, have clashed violently with law enforcement, resulting in attacks on media personnel. Moveover, the protests have escalated to violence, affecting both the journalists on the ground and the general operations throughout the city. Recently, numerous journalists covering these incidents reported being targeted by protesters. Members …

Gaza Journalists Pay a Heavy Price: Over 130 Killed Amidst Israel-Hamas War, CPJ Reports

TEL AVIV, Israel — Reports reveal an unprecedented toll on Gazan journalists since Israel declared war on Hamas following its attack on October 7, 2023. Preliminary investigations by the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) indicate that at least 137 journalists and media workers are among the tens of thousands of casualties across Gaza, the West Bank, Israel, and Lebanon since hostilities began. This marks the deadliest period for journalists since CPJ began keeping records in …

Journalists Attacked by Armed Men While Investigating Illegal Mining in Ghana; Multimedia Group Demands Justice

Asumenya, Ghana — An attack on a group of journalists from the Multimedia Group has sparked widespread condemnation after the reporters were assaulted by armed assailants while covering illegal mining operations in the Ashanti Region. The incident, which occurred on October 20, involved over 10 armed individuals who ambushed the journalists, confiscating their equipment and subjecting them to physical abuse. The team was investigating the resurgence of unlawful mining activities—locally known as galamsey—in the recently …

War’s Heavy Toll: Over 100 Journalists Killed in Gaza Conflict, CPJ Reports Unprecedented Fatalities Amid Dire Conditions

Gaza City, Gaza Strip — Amid the devastating impacts of the ongoing Israel-Gaza war, which escalated dramatically after an attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023, journalists in Gaza are facing unprecedented risks and hardships. According to the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), the violent conflict has been the deadliest ever for media workers in the region, with over 128 confirmed deaths among journalists since the conflict’s inception. These journalists have been subjected to dire …

Ex-Politician Claims Innocence in High Stakes Trial Over Journalist’s Murder

Las Vegas, NV — A former Nevada politician stood before a jury on Wednesday, vehemently denying accusations that he murdered a Las Vegas investigative journalist who had written articles critical of his conduct in office. Robert Telles, 47, the ousted Clark County Public Administrator, declared his innocence in the September 2022 killing of Jeff German, a seasoned reporter for the Las Vegas Review-Journal. “I am innocent, I didn’t kill Mr. German,” Telles asserted in his …

New Reports Highlight Rising Dangers for Journalists in Israel-Gaza Conflict

Gaza City, Gaza Strip — A grim reality has emerged from the chaos of the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Gaza Strip, as journalist casualties mount, underscoring the perilous nature of reporting in war zones. The deaths and injuries among journalists covering the hostilities highlight the significant risks media professionals face while trying to provide the world with on-ground realities of the conflict. In recent weeks, several journalists have been reported killed or injured …

Rising Threats in Conflict Zones: Journalists Face Increased Dangers Amidst Israel-Gaza Tensions

Jerusalem — A series of tragic incidents has highlighted the increasing perils journalists face while covering conflicts, with the latest reports confirming at least three media workers killed and several others injured amidst the ongoing Israel-Gaza war. This troubling trend raises alarm over the safety and freedom of those committed to delivering news from some of the world’s most volatile environments. Covering the upheavals in the Middle East has long been recognized as a hazardous …

Journalists’ Safety Concerns Rise in Slovakia After Prime Minister’s Assassination Attempt

BRATISLAVA, Slovakia – Following an assassination attempt on Prime Minister Robert Fico, concerns for the safety of journalists in Slovakia have heightened. The incident, which took place on May 15, has sparked fears that independent media outlets in the country may be at risk due to escalating tensions between the government and the press. Members of the governing coalition, led by Fico’s Smer party, have openly criticized local independent media for their coverage of the …

Tijuana Journalists Demand Justice for Slain Colleagues and Protection from Ongoing Attacks

Tijuana, Mexico – The city of Tijuana has recently been plagued by violence against journalists, with two devastating attacks resulting in the deaths of photojournalist Margarito Martínez Esquivel and reporter Lourdes Maldonado López in January 2022. These tragic incidents have sent shockwaves through the local journalism community and have raised serious concerns about the safety of media professionals in the region. Despite ongoing investigations, there is a lingering sense of unease among Tijuana journalists, who …

Journalists Killed in Israel’s Gaza Assault Raise Concerns of War Crimes

Gaza – Palestinian journalist Wael Dahdouh has faced unimaginable tragedy as he continues to report on the suffering in Gaza. After losing his wife, daughter, son, and grandson in an attack, then being wounded and experiencing the death of his eldest son and a colleague in an Israeli drone strike, Dahdouh remains resilient. The Israel Defense Forces were alleged to have been involved in the deaths of more than 70 media workers during the latest …