Politician has reportedly been suspended, but a mere suspension is insufficient. We call for stricter action against him.

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.

In the days leading up to Bulgaria’s snap parliamentary elections on October 27, prominent television journalist Maria Tsantsarova has faced an escalating wave of attacks from political figures in Bulgaria.

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.

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.

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.

Erhaim’s case exemplifies #transnationalrepression, with concerns of potential Syrian interference.

We urge the international community to prioritize the safety of these women journalists, advocate for press freedom in Afghanistan and offer urgent support to protect their lives.

Political commentator Sonia Dahmani sentenced to an additional 2 years in prison for "spreading false news" regarding remarks she made about racism against sub-Saharan Africans.

Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the continued harassment and unjust treatment of journalist and women’s rights activist Jina Modares-Gorji. The recent order for her to report to Sanandaj Prison, following a notice from the Sanandaj Criminal Enforcement Court, is a blatant violation of her rights and a troubling example of the ongoing suppression of freedom of expression and dissent.

Women Press Freedom, unequivocally condemns the recent complaint filed against journalist Gisellla Garcés by Darwin Haz, the police chief of Los Ríos and vice president of the pro-government ADN movement. This complaint, which alleges a violation of privacy, represents a troubling attempt to intimidate and silence a journalist who is simply exercising her right to report on matters of public interest.

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.

WPF strongly condemns the threats and attacks targeting journalist Samira Mohyeddin. Shortly after the one year anniversary of Hamas’ assault on Israel and outbreak of war in Gaza, the journalist’s restaurant in Toronto was vandalized. This was preceded by online threats and harassment following her coverage of the plight of Palestinians under Israeli bombardment in Gaza.

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.

We stand with Forotan and all Afghan women journalists enduring these attacks while grappling with the trauma of gender apartheid imposed by the Taliban.

Women Press Freedom condemns the harassment and threats targeting Pagina/12's journalist Luciana Bertoia by the criminal group "Los Muertos Vivos."

Journalist, who has faced multiple attacks for her reporting, says her son's car was purposefully targeted and vandalized.

Women Press Freedom stands in solidarity with journalist Sandra Chindoy and vehemently denounces the despicable attacks and racist insults she has endured following her courageous reporting on corruption in the Carlos Galán mayor's office.

Taliban's latest move deepens the already stifling restrictions on press freedom, intensifying the threats faced by media outlets employing women.

President of Barroca Parish Council assaults CMTV journalists Beatriz Henriques Ferreira and João Beirão while they reported on forest fire in Fundão.