Kyrgyzstan: WPF Demands Release of Temirov Live Journalists Facing 6 Years in Prison for Exposing Corruption
11 journalists charged and four behind bars for nine months.
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.
Spain: Business Man Threatens to Doxx La Sexta Journalists After Investigation
WPF denounces online harassment that followed investigation into business practices.
Hong Kong: AP Photojournalist Louise Delmotte Denied Visa Renewal as Repression of Press Intensifies
This arbitrary denial of entry follows a pattern of intimidation in Hong Kong.
Croatia: Ana Brakus Targeted in Vile Attack – Women Press Freedom Urges Authorities to Act
Director of the independent outlet sent soiled threatening letter, follows multiple attacks on Faktograf staff.
Colombia: Women Press Freedom Condemns Discrediting Efforts and Racist Attacks Targeting Indigenous Reporter Sandra Chindoy
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.
Mexico: Silvia Peraza Azueta’s Home Shot at After Reporting Cartel Threats
Women Press Freedom condemns attacks, demands immediate protection from authorities.
Tanzania: Authorities Detain Journalists Covering Banned Opposition Protest Amid Growing Crackdown on Press Freedom
Police briefly detained reporter Mariam Shaban from East Africa TV, along with Nipashe journalist Jenifer Gilla, while they covered a banned protest organized by the opposition Chadema party in Dar es Salaam.
Ecuador: WPF Defends Yalilé Loaiza Against False Accusations Aimed at Silencing Her Reporting
Journalist targeted with smear campaign online following her reporting into censorship and energy crisis.
Iran: Pakhshan Azizi’s Health Deteriorates in Prison: WPF Condemns Abuse of Women Prisoners
Azizi hospitalized after being repeatedly denied medical care
Turkiye: JIN News’ Rabia Önver Under Investigation For “Disinformation”
Kurdish journalist's home was raided following her investigation into alleged criminal activity involving officials. WPF denounces harassment.
Mexico: Rosalinda Ortiz Ríos Accused of “Political Violence” After Criticizing Official
WPF denounces attempt to criminalize journalist for expressing her opinion.
Peru: Women Press Freedom Condemns Court Mandate Requiring Disclosure of Paola Ugaz's Communication Records
Following lawsuits filed against her by the Peruvian Attorney General's Office, a court decision resulted in the revocation of the confidentiality of Peruvian journalist Paola Ugaz's communications.
Bulgaria: WPF Condemns Smear Campaign Against Emmy-Nominated Journalist Marieta Nikolaeva
WPF demands those responsible for targeting the journalist are swiftly prosecuted.
Somalia: Politician Demeans and Belittles Journalist Amina Ibrahim Abdirahman
Women Press Freedom condemns the harassment of the Maay-language journalist. Government officials must treat all press with respect.
Turkiye: Sibel Yükler On Trial For Violating Protest Law, WPF Denounces Bogus Charges
Sibel Yükler and colleagues facing criminal charges for protesting the unjust detentions of Kurdish journalists in 2022.
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.
China: Lawyer of Detained Zhang Zhan taken away by Shanghai Police After Her Redetention
Her detention is a clear violation of human rights by Chinese authorities and a stark reminder of the country's authoritarian regime.
Thailand: Veteran Reporter Harassed by Politician's Wife, Seeks Protection After Testifying in Murder Case
Journalist is being targeted by the wife of a politician and is seeking protection for both herself and her elderly mother from potential threats.
India: Journalist Laments Police Complicity After Facing Harassment by Politician
After reporting on a sexual harassment case last month, the journalist faced offensive remarks from local politician in Badlapur.