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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Indonesian Constitutional Court: ‘Fake news’ and defamation articles in the Criminal Code are unconstitutional
Petitioners argued that the articles mentioned in the ruling have been misused to criminalize the work of human rights activists, journalists, and state critics.
India’s political parties urged to adopt 10-point press freedom program ahead of elections
RSF asks India’s political parties to commit to press freedom by adopting ten key recommendations that aim to defend the right to reliable news and information and protect journalists.
Gaza journalist Diaa Al-Kahlout describes 33 harrowing days in Israeli custody
Al-Kahlout reported being interrogated about his journalism and subjected to physical and psychological mistreatment.
Arbitrary decree withdraws Kuwaiti citizenship from blogger Salman Al-Khalidi
The exiled blogger also faces several prison sentences stemming from allegations related to his online freedom of expression.
CPJ seeks probe of Israeli attack on TV journalists wearing press insignia
“The IDF’s disregard for press insignia, both after and prior to October 7, endangers the lives of journalists.”
Norway: No justice for attempted murder of PEN International VP
On 9 April, the Oslo District Attorney’s Office dismissed the case regarding the attempted murder of publisher William Nygaard, who was shot and seriously injured on 11 October 1993.