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As violence escalates in Poland, journalists come under attack

The International Press Institute (IPI) today condemned recent aggression and violence against journalists covering ongoing protests in Poland and called for both police and demonstrators to ensure the safety of the media covering rallies. IPI, a global network of editors, media executives and leading journalists for press freedom, also called for all physical attacks on […]

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COVID-19 pandemic adds to Hungary’s transparency woes

Zur deutschen Version At a time of a global health crisis, it is vital that citizens have access to reliable and timely reporting. Honest and transparent official communication directed towards a vibrant and free media ecosystem could result in a balanced flow of information that raises awareness, increases public trust in the measures aimed to […]

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Two Hungarian journalists questioned over ‘illicit acquisition of data’ from drone footage

Authorities in Hungary should immediately halt the investigation into two journalists from independent media outlets Magyar Hang and Átlátszo on suspicion of “illicit acquisition of data” and recognize their reporting was done in the public interest, the International Press Institute (IPI) said today. IPI, the global network of editors, media executives and leading journalists for […]

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IPI joins statement urging protection of journalists covering Nagorno Karabakh conflict

The International Press Institute (IPI), a global network of editors, media executives and leading journalists for press freedom, joined 10 partner organisations of the Council of Europe (COE) Platform in raising serious concerns about the risks to physical safety and undue restrictions faced by journalists covering the conflict in Nagorno Karabakh. Earlier this month, IPI condemned […]

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