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Hungary: Hungarian Politician Publicly Discusses The Hanging Of Journalist Boróka Parászka
Barna Bartha, a politician, publicly discussed the hanging of journalist Boróka Parászka saying that it was a shame that Hungarians could not “hang” or “eliminate” the journalist.
Türkiye: Gazeteci Seda Taşkın Ölümle Tehdit Edildi
Gazeteci Seda Taşkın sosyal medya hesabından ölümle tehdit edildi. Tehdit eden kimliği belirsiz kullanıcının daha önce de birçok gazeteciyi tehdit ettiği öğrenildi.
Albania: Investigative Journalist Antela Lika, Cameraman Threatened On Ground, Gear Broken
Investigative journalist Antela Lika and her cameraman were threatened and attacked by employees of a farm owner while reporting on mishandling of bird flu affecting poultry.
India: CFWIJ Concerned About The Threats Issued To Meena Kotwal
Journalist Meena Kotwal is on the receiving end of violent, casteist and sexist threats after one of her tweets.
Canada: CFWIJ Condemns the Threats Against Cbc Journalist Meghan Grant
CBC journalist Meghan Grant alongside NDP MLA Shannon Phillips received retaliatory threats from officers of Lethbridge Police Service for exposing misconduct within the police force. The threats came to light through a whistleblower who revealed the nature of the discussions within police offices regarding the ongoing investigations, claiming that retaliatory action is being discussed against the journalist and the lawmaker due to their activism and reportage.
Slovenia: CFWIJ Demands Swift Investigation Into The Perpetrators Threatened Journalist Eugenija Carl
A suspicious delivery of white powder and a threatening letter arrived at the public broadcaster RTV Slovenia, addressed to journalist Eugenija Carl. The journalist eyes water after contacting the suspicious dust. She had a bitter taste in her mouth and a burning sensation in her throat and nose. The Coalition For Women In Journalism (CFWIJ) is appalled by the vicious attack against the journalist. We demand Slovenian authorities to conduct a swift investigation to find the perpetrators and ensure Eugenija’s safety.
Albania: CFWIJ is Alarmed by The Death Threats Against Alice Taylor
Alice Taylor, the founder of Balkanista.com and co-editor for Exit News, received death threats over social media. A Facebook user messaged Alice that he would find her and have words with her, even threatening to rip her skull off. Taylor replied, saying she would report him to the police, to which the individual continued to accost the journalist
India: CFWIJ is Appalled at The Harassment Incident Faced by Trishna Das
Trishna Das, a freelance journalist was reportedly harassed by a group of people who appeared to be transgenders. The incident took place in a bus when she was travelling to Goalpara, in Assam on September 13. Trishna shared the disturbing details in a Facebook post. She was verbally abused and threatened with death. When she tried to record the scene, one person spat on her face which was extremely offensive and concerning given the COVID-19 pandemic situation. The CFWIJ demands police take action against the perpetrators and ensure Trisha remains safe.
Northern Ireland: CFWIJ Welcomes The Court Decision Over A Complaint Filed By Patricia Devlin
A police ombudsman upheld a complaint filed by prominent crime reporter Patricia Devlin. The journalist had initiated the case against the Police Service of Northern Ireland for its failure to investigate the online threat against her baby. The police ombudsman concluded the case in Patricia's favour. She said the threat made against the journalist was repulsive and police missed the opportunity to apprehend the suspect. The CFWIJ welcomes the court decision and hopes this will set a new precedent for police to properly investigate the matters that concern women journalists and press freedom.
Belarus: CFWIJ Condemns The Authorities’ Unjustified Search of Katerina Pytleva’s Apartment
State authorities searched the apartment of ex-TV broadcaster Katerina Pytleva on September 7. The journalist fled the country earlier this year after facing threats of a possible criminal case against her. The CFWIJ is alarmed by the persistent harassment of women journalists in the country. We have recorded several threats and violations against press freedom, particularly involving women journalists. The mounting threats to journalists under Lukashenko’s regime have created a repressive environment for press freedom. The CFWIJ urges the present government to break this pattern.
Afghanistan: CFWIJ Concerned About Safety of Beheshta Arghand
Female anchor Beheshta Arghand left Afghanistan due to the deteriorating political conditions in the country. Arghand came into public view after interviewing Maulvi Abdulhaq Hemad, a high ranking Taliban representative earlier in August for TOLO News. The interview got international attention since this was the first time a Taliban representative had given an interview to an Afghan woman journalist.
Pakistan: CFWIJ Condemns The Persistent Trolling Faced By Political Commentator Reema Omer
Political commentator Reema Omer was targeted with incessant trolling by supporters of the current government after her interaction with Dr. Yuen Yuen Ang. The issue concerned one of the books written by the professor that Reema had earlier referenced on her own account. Dr. Yuen Yuen Ang’s disagreement with her interpretation led to widespread trolling by those who do not appreciate Omer’s critical stance on the current state of affairs in the country.
United States: CFWIJ is Appalled By The Threats Faced By Susan Slusser
A sportswriter and beat reporter for the San Francisco Giants, Susan Slusser was accosted by a drunk man as she left Oracle Park after the game on Sunday, September 5. In a tweet, the journalist shared the incident and mentioned she was rescued by a group of Los Angeles fans. The CFWIJ is alarmed by the threats she endured. Susan was fortunate that the fans intervened, otherwise, the situation could have escalated quickly. The CFWIJ demands authorities apprehend the aggressor involved in the incident.
Ecuador: CFWIJ Demands Swift Investigation Into The Death Threats Against Journalist Virginia Suárez
Journalist Virginia Suárez was threatened with death by an unknown commentator during her live broadcast. Virginia filed a criminal complaint with the Los Ríos Prosecutor's Office for the crime of intimidation against her. The Coalition For Women In Journalism (CFWIJ) is extremely concerned about the journalist’s safety. We demand Ecuadorian authorities to conduct a swift investigation into the threats and ensure Virginia’s safety.
Albania: CFWIJ is Alarmed by The Death Threats Against Alice Taylor
Alice Taylor, the founder of Balkanista.com and co-editor for Exit News, received death threats over social media. A Facebook user messaged Alice that he would find her and have words with her, even threatening to rip her skull off. Taylor replied, saying she would report him to the police, to which the individual continued to accost the journalist.