The IPI global network urges the Iranian government to immediately release journalist and activist Hassan Shanbehzadeh (also known as Hossein Shanbehzadeh), who was detained on June 6th on unfounded accusations of espionage. These charges could bring the death penalty. Authorities must release Shanbehzadeh and drop all charges against him.  Shanbehzadeh is a prominent Iranian journalist, […]

The IPI global network is deeply alarmed by the deterioration of press freedom in Pakistan, marked by a recent wave of violence against the press along with the introduction of legislative and other measures that impose harsh restrictions on press freedom and online expression. We call on the government to take swift and concrete action […]

The IPI global network urges Brazilian authorities to ensure swift justice for the killing of British journalist Dom Phillips and Brazilian indigenous expert Bruno Pereira, who were found brutally murdered in the Amazon two years ago today. We call on authorities to ensure all who were involved, including the alleged mastermind, are held fully accountable […]

The IPI global network expresses grave concern after more than 10 Armenian journalists were injured by police forces while covering the June 12 protests demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian. We urgently call for a thorough investigation into these incidents and urge the authorities in Armenia to ensure a safe working environment for […]