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The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists For IFEX, 2 November is always a day of strong emotions. It is an annual reminder of the crimes committed against the media, but equally an opportunity to build solidarity and inspire action. IFEX’ Regional Editors marked IDEI 2023 by sharing recent stories and trends from their regions about the dangers journalists incur in the course of their work – dangers that are heightened during elections. Read more here. |
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Navalny dies in Siberian prison, Assange’s fate hangs in the balance
February 2024 in Europe and Central Asia: A free expression round up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Cathal Sheerin, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Rights groups’ letter to F1 CEO ahead of Bahrain Grand Prix: 20 years of sportswashing
F1 must not continue to be a conduit to sportswash human rights violations in Bahrain.
Russia: Memorial co-chair sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for “discrediting” army
The charges stem from an article Oleg Orlov wrote criticising Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and suggesting that Russia was descending into fascism.
MADA condemns Israel’s systematic campaign against media freedoms in the West Bank and Gaza Strip
International bodies urged to intensify efforts to end acts of abuse against Palestinian journalists by Israeli authorities.
Racism and Incitement Index: Over 10 million instances of violent content in Hebrew documented in 2023
An average of 23 violent or hateful pieces of content were published against Palestinians every minute after 7 October, reports 7amleh.
CIJ’s response to the Cabinet’s approval of the Malaysian Media Council
The Centre for Independent Journalism has listed recommendations for ensuring that the proposed Malaysian Media Council will be an “independent multistakeholder mechanism.”
