IFEX Newsletter

Two years on: IPI renews call for justice for killing of journalist Shireen Abu Akleh

The lack of accountability for prominent journalist killing highlights global failure to protect journalists and enforce laws against press attacks.

Tunisia | Attacks

Another escalation in Tunisia’s persecution of journalists

“The detention of the two reporters and attack on the France 24 crew are signs of a very disturbing escalation in the crackdown in Tunisia.”

Afghanistan | Attacks

Taliban orders boycott of Afghanistan International TV and radio

Afghanistan Journalists Center said that it goes against the country’s media laws as it called for the lifting of the boycott.

Guatemala | Attacks

CPJ urges Guatemalan authorities to release José Rubén Zamora, allow fair trial

CPJ urged Guatemala’s judiciary to grant house arrest to José Rubén Zamora after nearly two years in solitary confinement and to give him the chance to prove his innocence in court.

Turkey | Attacks

Turkey: Court reverses journalist Sinan Aygül’s conviction for ‘spreading disinformation’

The Court of Cassation has overturned a 10-month prison sentence handed down to journalist Sinan Aygül in March 2023 on “spreading disinformation” charges.

Niger | Attacks

Crackdown in Niger intensifies

Nigerien authorities are disregarding press laws and arbitrarily arresting journalists instead.

Iraq | Access to Information

Iraq authorities threaten to ban TikTok

Freedom of expression fears grow with a proposal to ban the online platform, unveiling broader censorship concerns.

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