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Australia: Lisa Wilkinson and Network 10 Cleared in Defamation Case
WPF welcomes the dismissal of charges of defamation against journalist Lisa Wilkinson and broadcaster Network 10.
Georgia: Mariam Nikuradze Denied Access to Parliament Debating Foreign Agent Law
WPF is deeply concerned that Mariam Nikuradze, co-founder and co-director of the independent outlet OC Media, along with several colleagues, were unjustly denied access to a parliamentary session discussing the controversial "foreign agent law."
Turkiye: Dilan Oyunş Released After 7 Years Behind Bars
WPF celebrates the release of Dilan Oyunş after an unjust seven-year imprisonment on spurious terrorism charges.
Hong Kong: Women Press Freedom Condemns Detention and Deportation of RSF Representative in Hong Kong
WPF vehemently condemns the recent detention and subsequent deportation of Aleksandra Bielakowska, the Advocacy Officer for Reporters Without Borders (RSF), by the Hong Kong authorities.
Netherlands: Women Press Freedom Raises Alarm Over Legal Intimidation of Dutch Media Following Free Press Unlimited Study
WPF expresses deep concern over the escalating legal pressures on journalists in the Netherlands, as highlighted in recent research by Free Press Unlimited.
Argentina: Influencer Convicted for Harassing Marina Abiuso on Social Media
WPF welcomes the decision to convict and punish well-known libertarian influencer Emmanuel Danann for engaging in systematic harassment against journalist Marina Abiuso.
Israel: Group Harasses and Threatens Almudena Ariza, Interrupting Live Broadcast
WPF strongly condemns the recent harassment and intimidation of Almudena Ariza, a Spanish journalist, while she was reporting live from Jerusalem for Telediario.
United Kingdom: openDemocracy Cuts Jobs Amid Funding Challenges
Layoffs indicate deeper issues in financial and strategic management and raise significant concerns about the transparency and accountability of openDemocracy's leadership
Germany: Women Press Freedom Condemns Dismissal of Journalist Helen Fares Amidst Death and Deportation Threats
WPF is deeply troubled by the circumstances surrounding the dismissal of Helen Fares from Südwestrundfunk (SWR), which highlight a concerning trend of threats and character attacks against the journalist.
Paraguay: Women Press Freedom Welcomes Angie Prieto’s Acquittal in Libel Suit Brought by Former Employer
WPF stands in support of Angie Prieto, celebrating her recent acquittal in a pivotal libel suit brought against her by her former employer, Albavisión.
Ukraine: Anastasia Glukhovska Detained by Occupying Russian Forces for 8 Months, Whereabouts Unknown
Russian forces have abducted and detained RIA Melitopol reporter Anastasia Glukhovska, holding her in captivity for eight months.
Sweden: Lack of Transparency in Swedish Expulsion of Chinese Journalist Raises Concerns
WPF expresses concern over Sweden's expulsion of a Chinese journalist, citing “national security” concerns and the evident lack of transparency surrounding the case.
Argentina: Sports Reporter Lola del Carril Faces Barrage of Cyberbullying
WPF takes a firm stance against cyberbullying and harassment targeting Lola del Carril, a dedicated sports journalist.
Slovakia: Deputy Prime Minister Attacks and Launches Smear Campaign Against Martina Töröková
WPF is appalled by the Deputy Prime Minister of Slovakia insulting and making baseless accusations against reporter Martina Töröková for asking him tough questions at a press conference.
Mexico: Mayor and Press Officer of Torreón Assault Camelia Muñoz
WPF is appalled by the recent events in Torreón, Mexico, where journalist Camelia Muñoz faced egregious attacks while performing her duties.