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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Georgia’s “foreign agents” bill and Germany’s crackdown on pro-Palestinian expression
April 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.
Environmental defenders face new wave of repression
“As the climate crisis worsens, the civic space for climate protests is shrinking. Instead of focusing on meeting their commitments to reduce climate change, governments are threatening environmental protectors” – HRW
Russia: Journalists Konstantin Gabov and Sergey Karelin arrested for “extremism”
Both journalists are accused of “extremism” following their alleged preparation of photo and video materials for the YouTube channel “NavalnyLIVE”.
Mexico has made no progress on protecting journalists during AMLO’s six years as president
In the run-up to Mexico’s general elections on 2 June, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) urges all of the candidates to finally commit to concrete measures to protect journalists and combat impunity.
Egypt: Rights group urge the UN to take action on Alaa Abd el-Fattah
27 human rights organizations renew calls for the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention (UNWGAD) to take urgent action on behalf of the detained writer.
Afghanistan: Three journalists arrested for publishing music and communicating with female listeners
The Afghanistan Journalists Center has condemned the arrests and called for the urgent release of the journalists.