Nepal: Attack on Anita Ghimire, Colleagues During Protest Coverage Raises Concerns for Safety of Journalists
We are deeply concerned about the lack of safety for journalists, who often work without adequate protection.
Nigeria: Security Forces Detain Edna Ulaeto After Home Raid, WPF Denounces Unwarranted Aggression
Officers from the Department of State Services (DSS) forcibly detained OrderPaper journalist Edna Ulaeto after raiding her Abuja home without notice. Linked to a retracted article from OrderPaper concerning a supposed DSS operation.
United States: Danyel Smith Speaks Up on Threats by Rapper Sean "P. Diddy."
As Diddy faces charges for sexual crimes, Danyel’s account highlights the abuse of power in the industry.
Turkiye: Açık Radyo Shut Down by Authorities in Attempt to Stifle Press Freedom
We stand in solidarity with the journalists and staff of Açık Radyo and urge Turkish authorities to reverse this decision
Germany: WPF Condemns Intimidation of Journalist Miriam Hollstein at Berlin Protest
Miriam Hollstein, chief political reporter for Stern, was intimidated by protesters at a pro-Palestinian rally in Berlin after greeting pro-Israel politician Karoline Preisler.
Germany: Kili Weber Targeted by Far-Right Group While Shopping
WPF condemns this harassment and demands an end to the targeting of Kili. Journalists must be able to report freely without facing intimidation.
Armenia: MP Calls Knar Manukyan 'Scoundrel' and 'Disgusting', WPF Condemns Abuse
MP Hovik Aghazaryan verbally abused journalist Knar Manukyan. His anger stemmed from dissatisfaction with an interview she published. This is not isolated; such disrespect reflects a broader pattern of hostility toward the press in Armenia.
Italy: WPF Demands Justice Following Live On-Air Attack on Reporter Barbara Di Palma
Alleged cult leader Kadir Bouasrya attacked Barbara Di Palma during a live broadcast for Rai Uno. As the journalist reported on his controversial claims, he violently struck her microphone and threatened her.