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IPI condemns arrest of Austrian journalist in Turkey

The International Press Institute (IPI), a global network of editors, media executives and journalists, unequivocally condemns the arrest of Austrian journalist Max Zirngast by the Turkish authorities and demands that he be released immediately.

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IPI verurteilt die Verhaftung eines österreichischen Journalisten in der Türkei

Das Internationale Presse Institut (IPI), ein weltweites Netzwerk von Redakteuren, Medienvertretern und Journalisten, verurteilt die Verhaftung des österreichischen Journalisten Max Zirngast durch die türkischen Behörden aufs Schärfste und fordert seine sofortige Freilassung.  

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Uganda journalists in firing line amid political unrest

Read this article in full-page format Last month, Uganda found itself thrust into the international spotlight, first by the arrest of prominent opposition figure and musician Bobi Wine – and then by multiple, shocking attacks on journalists covering the resulting political turmoil. Those attacks were widely condemned internationally, but in interviews with the International Press Institute (IPI), Ugandan journalists […]

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Mozambique urged to toss ‘prohibitive’ fees for foreign media

The International Press Institute (IPI), a global network of editors, media executives and leading journalists for press freedom, has joined a coalition of African and international journalism groups in urging the government of Mozambique to withdraw plans to charge foreign correspondents in the country exorbitant accreditation fees. The full statement in English and Portuguese follows. […]

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