Iran: Narges Mohammadi Temporarily Released From Evin Prison Amid Urgent Medical Condition
We reiterate our call to drop all charges against her and join the #FreeNarges to call again for her full release.
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.
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.
Afghanistan: Distressed Afghan Women Journalists Need Urgent Help as Life Under Taliban Becomes Increasingly Difficult
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.
United States: Women Press Freedom Denounces Violent Assault on Photojournalist Susan Stava by Lancaster City Police Officer
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the violent actions taken by a Lancaster City Police officer against photojournalist Susan Stava during her coverage of a Donald Trump town hall event. Stava, a seasoned journalist with over 30 years of experience, was pushed to the ground while documenting a public protest, a clear violation of press freedom and the rights of journalists to report safely and without interference.
Kosovo: Women Press Freedom Condemns Arson Attack on Nevenka Medić's Car
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the vandalization of Nevenka Medić's car, the director of the Kossev portal, which occurred over the weekend in downtown North Mitrovica.
Albania: Women Press Freedom Denounces Attack on Alketa Shaba by Opposition Demonstrator
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the verbal attack and physical assault on Top News journalist Alketa Shaba during a live broadcast in Tirana by an opposition demonstrator while she covered opposition-led protests.
United States: Women Press Freedom Condemns Domestic Violence Against Winnie Dortch
Women Press Freedom is outraged by the shooting of Winnie Dortch, a Cleveland 19 News reporter, in a brutal domestic violence attack.
United States: Women Press Freedom Condemns Violent Attack and Verbal Abuse Directed at Tatum Miller
Women Press Freedom vehemently condemns the appalling assault on KVLY-TV reporter Tatum Miller, who was physically attacked and subjected to verbal aggression while preparing for an interview in downtown Fargo, North Dakota.
Colombia: Former Intelligence Director Sentenced to 12 Years for Persecution of Claudia Julieta Duque
Women Press Freedom commends the court's decision to sentence a former intelligence director of Colombia's now-defunct Administrative Security Department (DAS) to 12 years in prison for his involvement in the persecution, harassment, and illegal actions against journalist Claudia Julieta Duque.