In focus: Protection of journalists covering conflicts
The OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media has called for greater action from the international community in condemning and opposing recent attacks, ongoing kidnappings, and arbitrary and unjustified incarcerations of journalists reporting in conflict zones around the world.
Her statement was made jointly with UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Opinion and Expression, David Kaye; Organization of American States Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression, Catalina Botero Marino; and the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information, Faith Pansy Tlakula.
“The prevailing impunity for attacks on civilians, including journalists, encourages perpetrators to believe that they will never be held to account for their grave crimes,” the rapporteurs warned. “We call for improved international protection for anyone engaged in journalism, especially during conflict situations.”
The statement is supported by the following organizations:
>> Read the full statement here
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