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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CPJ urges Argentine President Javier Milei to end attacks on press freedom
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Belarusian and Lithuanian journalists’ day of solidarity with journalists jailed in Belarus
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Pakistan Press Foundation condemns killing of Khuzdar Press Club president Maulana Muhammad Siddique Mengal
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The role of Pacific media in addressing the climate crisis
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