Russia: CFWIJ Condemns The Harassment Of Journalists At Protests Across Russia

According to media reports, at least 50 incidents of journalists obstructed in the field have been recorded. Several journalists were detained in 17 major cities throughout Russia while reporting on the recent protests. Although women journalists had their press cards and credentials, it didn't stop security forces from torturing them. Sixteen journalists were detained in St. Petersburg alone. Elizaveta Kirpanova, a Novaya Gazeta special correspondent, was hit by security officials wielding truncheons. CFWIJ finds these assaults quite alarming, and we urge state authorities to ensure the safety of journalists.