India: Malicious Doxing by Right-Wing Trolls Targets Rana Ayyub, Incites Harassment
We stand in solidarity with Rana Ayyub and call for swift action to hold those responsible accountable, ensuring that this heinous targeting is met with justice.
Bosnia and Herzegovina: Call to Protect Journalist Nataša Miljanović-Zubac as Threats Trigger Concerns for Safety
We call for transparent investigations into the journalist’s cases and ask for her safety to be ensured, so she can continue to report the truth without any fear of retribution.
Bulgaria: Elected Official Threatens Venelina Popova for Reporting on Potential Electoral Fraud
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the recent threats made against journalist Venelina Popova by Mayor Nikolay Tonev of Galabovo.
Mongolia: Women Press Freedom Condemns Court's Decision to Uphold the Wrongful Conviction of Unurtsetseg Naran
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the recent upholding of the 5-year prison sentence of unjustly imprisoned editor-in-chief Unurtsetseg Naran of the news site Zarig by the Mongolian appeals court.
Bangladesh: Revoking Press Accreditations of Bangladeshi Journalists is an Attack on Press Freedom
We demand a transparent explanation from the Bangladeshi interim government for this repressive measure, which silences critical voices and infringes on basic rights.
United States: Trump Campaign Revokes Election Night Credentials for Journalists Including Political Correspondent Tara Palmeri
Women Press Freedom vehemently condemns the arbitrary denial of credentials to several journalists, including political correspondent Tara Palmeri, at former President Donald Trump's election night event in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Turkiye: Women Press Freedom Condemns Police Violence Against Pelşin Çetinkaya Covering Protests in Batman
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the alarming escalation of police violence against women journalists in Turkiye. We are particularly appalled by the recent brutal attack on respected journalist Pelşin Çetinkaya, who was detained and tortured while covering public protests against trustee appointments in Batman.
Iran: Women Press Freedom Condemns the Denial of Critical Medical Care to Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi for Cancer Diagnosis Confirmation
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the egregious violation of human rights faced by imprisoned journalist and Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi.
United States: Women Press Freedom Denounces Attack on Yvonne Murray During Live Broadcast Ahead of U.S. Elections
Women Press Freedom condemns the unacceptable violation of press rights experienced by RTÉ journalist Yvonne Murray during her live broadcast from Georgia ahead of the U.S. elections.
Russia: Women Press Freedom Condemns Court Ruling Against Exiled Former Meduza Journalist Margarita Liutova
Women Press Freedom condemns the recent court ruling against former Meduza journalist Margarita Liutova, who was fined 5,000 rubles ($50) for participating in the activities of an “undesirable organization.”
Greece: Women Press Freedom Condemns Unjust Three-Hour Detention of Albanian Journalists at Border
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the recent violation of press rights experienced by Albanian journalists at the Kapshtice border crossing while attempting to cover Prime Minister Edi Rama's rally in Thessaloniki, Greece. The unjust three-hour detention of journalists from Klann and CNN affiliate A2, along with the arbitrary requirement for a special permit for live transmission equipment, represents a troubling infringement on the freedom of the press.
United States: Women Press Freedom Condemns Harassment of RTL Lëtzebuerg Journalist Annick Goerens at U.S. Election Event
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the recent violation of press rights experienced by RTL Lëtzebuerg journalist Annick Goerens while covering the U.S. elections. Goerens' application for press credentials to attend a Republican event hosted by JD Vance was denied without explanation, forcing her to secure a general admission pass instead.
Spain: Women Press Freedom Denounces Instagram Suspension of Cristina Fallarás for Exposing Politician's Gender-Based Violence
Women Press Freedom condemns the violation that led to the temporary suspension of journalist Cristina Fallarás' Instagram account.
Slovakia: Women Press Freedom Condemns Violent Assault on Kristína Kövešová During Investigation of Violent Crimes
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the violent assault on TV Markíza journalist Kristína Kövešová in Trnava while she was investigating violent crimes for her program Reflex.
India: Kolkata Journalist Sangita Ghorai Reveals Harrowing Sexual Harassment Ordeal by Communist Party Leader During Interview
Politician has reportedly been suspended, but a mere suspension is insufficient. We call for stricter action against him.
Iran: Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Admitted to Hospital Following Nearly Nine Weeks of Medical Care Denial
Women Press Freedom welcomes the essential hospitalization of Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi following nearly nine weeks of denied medical care. This critical step highlights the power of collective action and the unwavering commitment of advocates fighting for justice and human rights.
Bulgaria: Several Journalists Covering the Parliamentary Elections Faced Harassment and Intimidation
Damiana Veleva was obstructed by men at a polling station in Dolno Osenovo, facing threats to seize her phone. Diyana Zhelyazkova was threatened by Mayor Ismail Ibryam while reporting on voting violations in Vulnari. Zdravka Maslyankova encountered threats from a candidate's son in Veliko Tarnovo after probing into vote trading.
Lebanon: Israeli Targeted Airstrike Hits Compound Housing 18 Journalists, Including Yumna Fawaz, Killing Three
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the targeted attack by Israeli forces on a compound housing 18 journalists, including Yumna Fawaz, in the early morning hours. Fawaz, in a direct statement to Women Press Freedom, noted that the compound had been designated as a safe zone for journalists; however, three journalists were killed in this attack.
Gaza: Women Press Freedom Condemns Targeted Killings of Journalists in Gaza, Including Nadia Al-Sayed and Haneen Baroud
Women Press Freedom, unequivocally condemns the killing of women journalists Nadia Al Sayed and Haneen Baroud, as well as their colleagues Saed Radwan, Abdulrahman Al-Tanani, and Hamza Abu Salmiya, due to Israeli airstrikes in Gaza.
United Kingdom: Home Office Must Expedite British Citizenship Process for Syrian Journalist Zaina Erhaim
Erhaim’s case exemplifies #transnationalrepression, with concerns of potential Syrian interference.