Iran: Women Press Freedom Condemns Murder of Mansoureh Ghadiri Javid by Her Husband
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the horrific violation of rights represented by the tragic murder of Iranian journalist Mansoureh Ghadiri Javid.
Gaza: WPF Condemns the Killing of Palestinian Journalist Zahra Abu Sakheil in Israeli Airstrike
Zahra Abu Sakheil, a Palestinian journalist, was killed alongside her brother and father in an Israeli airstrike while seeking refuge in a school shelter in Gaza City.
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.
Philippines: Radio Presenter Maria Vilma Rodriguez’ Shocking Murder Sparks Fear Over Journalists’ Safety
WPF welcomes the arrest of a man suspected to be Rodriguez's killer, but we demand that the authorities in the Philippines ensure swift justice for the slain journalist and safety of those working to report the truth. A fair probe and accountability in this case is inevitable.
Somalia: WPF Outraged by the Murder of Somali-Swedish Journalist Amun Abdullahi Mohamed, Shot Dead by Suspected Militants
Amun was shot multiple times in the head by two gunmen suspected to be al-Shabaab militants as she walked to her farm in Abdula Biroole village on October 16, 2024. Local journalists, speaking anonymously for safety reasons, reported that two masked men with AK-47s approached Amun, confirmed her identity, and shot her in the head, killing her instantly.
Russia: Ukrainian Journalist Victoria Roschyna Dies in Russian Custody, Kremlin Must Be Held Accountable
Women Press Freedom is devastated by news of Victoria's passing. She should never have been behind bars in the first place. We demand accountability from Russian authorities. Her family and loved ones deserve justice.
Syria: Women Press Freedom Condemns Killing of Syrian News Anchor Safaa Ahmed in Israeli Airstrike
Syrian State TV news anchor Safaa Ahmed was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Damascus. Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the deliberate targeting and killing of Ahmed and other media professionals by Israel.
Gaza: Israeli Airstrike Kills Wafa Aludaini and Her Family
WPF is outraged by the continued killing of journalists in Gaza, the Israeli bombardment on Gaza must end.
Georgia: WPF Mourns Brutal Murder of Trans Icon Kesaria Abramidze Amid Georgia’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation
The horrifying pre-meditated murder comes just one day after Georgia passed anti-LGBTQ+ laws that mirror Russia’s repressive stance.
Bangladesh: Women Press Freedom Urges Probe into Suspected Killing of Journalist Sarah Rahanum
Women Press Freedom is deeply saddened by the tragic and suspicious death of Gazi TV journalist Sarah Rahanuma, whose body was found floating in a lake.
Gaza: Israeli Airstrike Kills Freelance Journalist Sumaya Abed Rabou and Brother at Nuseirat Camp
Attacking journalists is an attack on truth. Deliberately targeting the press in conflict is a war crime. WPF demands an immediate ceasefire and full accountability. The world cannot stay silent.