Articles by Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ)
CPJ calls on Sri Lanka to reconsider bills likely to undermine press freedom
Despite some amendments, the bill retains a vague and overbroad definition of terrorism and “could potentially criminalize nearly all forms of legitimate expression”
CPJ urges Israel not to close Al-Jazeera
Al-Jazeera is one of the few global media outlets with a physical presence both in Gaza and Israel.
Somali journalist denied access to his lawyer during his two-month detention
Somali court dismisses case against journalist Mohamed Ibrahim Osman Bulbul.
Media freedom groups call for justice for Daphne Caruana Galizia and press safety in Malta
Maltese authorities should mark the sixth anniversary of Caruana Galizia’s death by making unequivocal statements in support of full justice for her murder, and committing to implement the public inquiry’s recommendations.
Journalist casualties in the Israel-Gaza conflict
“CPJ emphasizes that journalists are civilians doing important work during times of crisis and must not be targeted by warring parties.”
Journalist Jesús Gutiérrez shot dead in Mexican city near US border
CPJ: “With the brutal killing of Jesús Gutiérrez, Mexico continues its long and tragic streak as the Western Hemisphere’s deadliest country for journalists”
Two Nigerian journalists charged with cyberstalking for reporting on corruption
If they are found guilty, Aiyelabegan Babatunde AbdulRazaq and Oluwatoyin Luqman Bolakale face the prospect of a jail sentence and a fine under the Cybercrimes Act.
Ethiopia’s disturbing pattern of detaining journalists
Ethiopia’s state of emergency legislation is paving the way for security personnel to attack the media sector without judicious oversight.