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Strict censorship imposed in Bangladesh Source: Committee to Protect Journalists and Radio Netherlands Internet to revolutionise TV in 5 years: Gates. Source: Reuters Malaysian tycoon to create global Chinese-language media group SOMALIA: Authorities arrest journalist for covering presidential campaign, restrict media prior to elections BRAZIL: Impunity in Case of Journalist's Murder Threatens Freedom of Expression EUROPE: Council of Europe accused of secrecy over convention on transparency PEC joins the world media in denouncing the ban on media coverage in Gaza VENEZUELA: National Guard prevents Globovisión journalist from carrying out her work ECUADOR: Journalist sentenced to 6-months' imprisonment for slander;governor prevents reporter from taping quarrel among political leaders BURMA: Imprisoned blogger Zarganar transferred to remote prison IRAQ: US military refuses to comply with court order to free Reuters Photographer SRI LANKA: Cartoonist threatened; editors removed after publishing army chief's comments Somali journalists, rights advocates join forces. Source: International Journalists Network TV chief quits over terror scare Don't Spread Panic About Bird Flu, WHO Urges Media: Source Reuters alertnet NEW ZEALAND (COOK ISLANDS): Government launches Official Information Act implementation plan WAKE UP CALL: 26 journalists killed since the beginning of the year Playboy enters the digital age AZERBAIJAN: Local authorities in Ganja confiscate edition of newspapers over crime reporting IRAN: Arrests continue, one journalist released Guardian journalist backs up report New York Times accused of breaking own anonymity rules; "Paper pushes Iran threat with one-sided array of unnamed officials": FAIR CHINA: CPJ website blocked at Olympic press centres THE GAMBIA: Freelance journalist gets four years in prison or heavy fine for criticising president SOMALIA: Three journalists, driver abducted; another journalist detained overnight, released without charge LINKS BANK: WAN-IFRA Executive News Digest for 20 July 2009 Britian PCC upholds complaint against Sunday Times over intrusion into grief SEAPA Alert: Malaysian government urged not to ban non-Muslims' use Philippines, Afghanistan deadliest for scribes: CPJ VENEZUELA: National Guard prevents Globovisión journalist from carrying out her work NAMIBIA: New bill on communication against free expression, says MISA SLOVAKIA: Radio broadcaster fined for libel, "truth distorting" Freelance journalist arrested once again SEAPA Alert: Journals in Burma told to print pro-junta articles OLPEC launches report on Internet censorship 63rd World Newspaper Congress, 17th World Editors Forum and Info Services Expo SRI LANKA :- State media giving president disproportionate coverage prior to election, says RSF TUNISIA :- Journalist remains in prison after serving prison term ( EUROPE. LIST) IFJ Demands Justice for Russian Journalist Killed in Police Custody Israel launches webcast of holy site work: Source AFP, Middle East Times Committee to Protect Journalists condemns Cuba decision to ban 3 foreign correspondents Israeli raid 'will not keep TV station off the air': Source The Independent 300 Jordanian journalists protest press legislation: Source eCanadanow UGANDA: Editor summoned for questioning by police over magazine's political coverage SRI LANKA: Journalist released after eight-day detention FRANCE: Journalist from state-owned TV station France 3 questioned about sources for report about Moroccan arrest warrants ECUADOR: Journalist threatened after refusing to hand over information UK: Journalist wins court fight over protection of sources SOMALIA: IFJ opposes call by UN special envoy to suspend news reporting from Somalia SIERRA LEONE; Four female journalists kidnapped, subject to public humiliation by supporters of female genital mutilation NEPAL: International Media Mission assessed press freedom in Nepal Draft amendments to press law threaten press freedom Venezuela: Six Cable Channels Suspended PERU :- Journalist receives death threat WAN-IFRA Conference: Printing Summit 13-15 April, Salzburg, Austria WAN-IFRA Conference: Printing Summit 13-15 April, Salzburg, Austria ZAMBIA :- Football association bans reporter from interviewing national team players WAN-IFRA Conference: Printing Summit 13-15 April, Salzburg, Austria TURKEY ;- European Court of Human Rights orders Turkey to pay compensation to journalists MEXICO: Journalist who attempted to cover confrontation between drug traffickers detained, faces judicial proceedings Belgian Court Rules Against Google Over Copyright: Source Reuters Veteran U.S. political reporter Pat Heffernan dies Turkish court orders YouTube blocked: Source ABC News Swedish Foreign Minister's blog under fire from journalists Source AFP/ The Local Kidnapped Italian reporter saw decapitation: Source AP /ABC News GHANA: Newspaper receives more death threats; chief justice announces YEMEN: Blogger faces harassment, threats following critical posts ECUADOR: Radio station closed down after being accused of instigating people to protest UNESCO DG condemns killing of Philippines journalist Aresio Padrigao SRI LANKA: Journalist's family receives threats warning that he will be killed if ransom is not paid PHILIPPINES :- Life term for murderer of radio broadcaster PAKISTAN :- Report on fact-finding visit Back to Swat: press freedom after the Taliban defeat WAN-IFRA Study Tour: Printing in Japan 21-25 March, Tokyo, Kyoto, Nagoya CHINA :- Internet still not restored in Xinjiang SWAZILAND: TV cameraman harassed, camera confiscated ARMENIA: Investigative journalist severely beaten, remains in hospital RUSSIA: Court closes journalist's murder trial to public VENEZUELA: IAPA calls on government to ensure free, unregulated reporting during election campaign MALAWI: Radio station shut down for a second time THAILAND: Opposition lawmakers propose new bill with respect to online defamation MALAWI: Charges against journalist dismissed DOCUMENT: Resolution on Independent Media Regulator IFJ Report: China Must Meet Press Freedom Challenge WAN-IFRA Study Tour: Printing in Japan 21-25 March, Tokyo, Kyoto, Nagoya SERBIA :- Serbian minister for infrastructure assaults "Kurir" journalist IFJ Condemns Arrest of Protesting Journalists in Sudan MEXICO: IFJ Condemns Recent Wave of Violence against Journalists UK: EFJ Welcomes Court Victory over Protection of Sources NEPAL: Missing journalist's remains found, murder suspected CHINA: TV reporter arrested for accusing prosecutor of abuse of authority IRAQ: Resurgence of violence against journalists N. Korea frees U.S. journalists SEAPA condemns conviction of Vietnamese lawyer; demands his release WAN-IFRA Study Tour: E-Reading in Japan 25-29 May, Tokyo CHINA ;- IFJ condemns sentencing of Sichuan writer VIETNAM : - Amid a mounting crackdown, two blogs shuttered AZERBAIJAN :- Amendments to legislation restricting media activity adopted CAMEROON :- Two journalists held by intelligence agency freed after seven days 63rd World Newspaper Congress, 17th World Editors Forum and Info Services Expo 7-10 June, Beirut MEXICO: Attackers apprehended in Radio Calenda case MALAYSIA: Human Rights Watch urges government to drop charges of "publishing false news" held against labour activist EGYPT: Editors, journalists face prosecution in connection with publication ban on murder case BURMA: Free speech crackdown accelerates, say ARTICLE 19 and Index on Censorship USA: Illinois governor allegedly tried to silence "Chicago Tribune" editorial staff SOMALIA: Radio station staff receive death threats, station is shut down; two journalists beaten by soldiers KENYA: Journalists arrested for protesting against new Communications Act BRAZIL: Four new arrests in investigation into abduction of newspaper Employees LINKS BANK: WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 16 July 2009 Sri Lanka: Deteriorating Press Freedom Continues Post-Conflict BANGLADESH: Right to Information Act comes into effect MISA statement on Zimbabwe Media Commission appointments Journalist flees country following death threat COLOMBIA :- Journalist receives death threat BULGARIA :- BGNES news agency journalist allegedly threatened while reporting on case RWANDA :- Court sentences three journalists to prison Bangladesh : - ARTICLE 19 Fellow Receives Canadian Award for Excellence in Journalism SYRIA :- Journalist released after three months in arbitrary detent ion WAN-IFRA Conference: Printing Summit 14-15 April, Salzburg, Austria WAN-IFRA Conference: 9th Newsroom Summit 21-22 April, London WAN-IFRA Conference: 9th Newsroom Summit 21-22 April, London UNITED KINGDOM/AFGHANISTAN: CPJ calls on UK to investigate Munadi death during Afghanistan rescue operation MEXICO: Journalist's murder in Tabasco attributed to Los Zetas criminal gang SRI LANKA : - Journalist briefly detained, threatened by ruling party supporters in Jaf fna WAN-IFRA Conference: 9th Newsroom Summit 21-22 April, London PALESTINE: Hamas military court extends detention of British journalist by 15 days WAN-IFRA Conference: 9th Newsroom Summit 21-22 April, London French Public Broadcasting: EFJ Campaign Against "Foretold Crisis" PAKISTAN: Lahore Reporter dismissed for refusing to recant statement critical of local authorities KENYA: IFJ Condemns Murder of Journalist BOTSWANA: 27 IFEX members call for review of restrictive media law REPUBLIC OF CONGO: Online journalist killed in mysterious fire Ombudsman's statements reflect culture of intimidation, says Freedom House NEPAL :- Two journalists receive death threats Uproar in Nepal media over attacks on fraternity WAN-IFRA Study Tour: New Media Trends in Newsrooms 16-22 May, Europe WAN-IFRA Study Tour: New Media Trends in Newsrooms 16-22 May, Europe WAN-IFRA Study Tour: New Media Trends in Newsrooms 16-22 May, Europe SOMALIA/UK: IFJ welcomes court action over killing of BBC journalist MEXICO: Journalists face legal action, harassment for investigations into corruption TOGO :- French media outlets finally granted visas to cover presidential elect ion WAN-IFRA Conference: 8th Mobile Media Day 18-19 May, Amsterdam WAN-IFRA Conference: 8th Mobile Media Day 18-19 May, Amsterdam Egypt :- IFJ Backs Striking Journalists at 'Ground-Breaking' Website BURMA: Fearing for safety following harassment by security forces, writer joins husband into exile ISRAEL: Foreign reporters prevented from entering Gaza Strip for more than two weeks AFGHANISTAN: CBC fixer, driver released EUROPE: Council of Europe Set to Adopt Contentious Treaty on Access to Information, Ignoring Public Opinion SOMALIA: Radio director arrested for broadcasting court ruling PAKISTAN: Journalist Kamal Asfar, brother of murdered journalist Aamir Wakil, escapes assassination attempt PAKISTAN: Journalist Noor Hassan abducted, questioned about interviews with internally displaced persons and Taliban spokesman THE GAMBIA: Journalist Pap Saine re-arrested by police on charges of "false publication and broadcasting" WAN-IFRA Executive News Digest for 07 July 2009 Indonesia's High Court allows media to publish election news during campaign-free period GHANA ;- "Daily Guide" newspaper wins defamation case AZERBAIJAN :- Editor sentenced to a year and a half of "corrective labour" in libel case BELARUS :- Court ruling obstructs Belarusian Association of Journal ists BANGLADESH :- Organisers of photo exhibit receive death threats; government lifts ban WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 01 April 2010 WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 08 April 2010 GERMANY: EFJ Condemns German Football Bosses' Attack on Reporter BURMA: Musician Win Maw sentenced to six years in jail for "sending false news abroad" SWAZILAND: Critical journalists could be viewed as "supporting terrorists" and arrested, warns attorney general AZERBAIJAN: Editor sentenced to six-month jail term for defamation, convicted deputy editor in hiding SRI LANKA: Government censors BBC Sinhala and Tamil programmes airing opposition viewpoints on ongoing war MAURITANIA: Newspaper editor jailed in Nouakchott after being extradited from Dubai IRAQ: IFJ Welcomes Baghdad Court Order to Release Journalist CHINA: "Christian Science Monitor" reporter arrested, questioned by police VIETNAM :- Independent magazine continues to publish despite harass ment WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 19 April 2010 NIGER:Two journalists given suspended prison sentences for "defamation" SUDAN: Seventy journalists arrested at demonstration against government censorship TAIWAN: Police ask journalists for information on protest, photographs of demonstrators MALAYSIA: Human Rights Watch urges government to drop charges of "publishing false news" held against labour activist UK: PCC rejects accuracy, privacy and discrimination complaints from Muddassar Arani MEXICO: Sinaloa state government approves initiative to classify threats and attacks on journalists as "serious crimes" UKRAINE:Journalists launch hunger strike over suspected attempt by politician to take control of TV station NIGERIA: Publisher and three editors charged with criminal defamation, injurious falsehood PAKISTAN: Journalists arrested, held for more than five hours after Taliban press conference BOTSWANA: Management cuts short radio station programme WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 21 April 2010 CUBA :- Dissident journalist arrested in Holguín UNESCO DG condemns killing of Philippines journalist Aresio Padrigao LEBANON: Four foreign journalists briefly held by Hezbollah activists BOTSWANA: Proposed law would give government too much power to interfere with media, legislator says MALAWI: Police stop march in support of Joy Radio, station authorities appeal to Supreme Court over revoked license SRI LANKA: Open Letter to His Excellency President Mahinda Rajapaksa SRI LANKA: Government continues attacks against independent media, lawyers WAN-IFRA Executive News Digest for 11 August 2009 Intimidation campaign against independent journalists heats up, says CPJ LIBYA: Four journalists arrested, later released SRI LANKA :-Of freedom of speech & media suppression SRI LANKA :- Attorney general offers assurance to exiled journalist s SOMALIA :- Mogadishu radio station temporarily shut down by insurgent gr oup NEPAL :- Journalists attacked by Maoist supporters TURKEY :- "Express" journalists face legal action for "pro-Kurdish" arti cle UKRAINE :- Twenty-one IFEX members denounce censorship and escalating threats to free expression in Ukra ine VENEZUELA :- Soldiers, electoral council officials prevent the press from reporting from polling stati ons YEMEN :- One journalist sentenced to prison term, two others released as crackdown on media contin ues Burmese censors suspend two journals’ publishing license UZBEKISTAN : Tashkent journalist receives death threats over critical arti cle YEMEN :- Press Court gives five journalists suspended jail sentence s WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 15 June 2010 UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: Newspaper suspended and fined after reporting on horse-racing scandal NEPAL: IPI welcomes commitment to press freedom from Maoist party chairman EGYPT: Writer Journalist questioned and released, but warned not to write about military matters AFGHANISTAN: Hundreds of journalists and writers demonstrate in support of journalist under death sentence EMIRATE: IFJ Condemns Suspension of Emirati Newspaper RUSSIA: Editor acquitted of libel in Abakan; mayor's office denies information to TV station in Dalnegorsk SYRIA: Lawyer held for 12 days for criticising government on website BURMA: Sentenced blogger and poet transferred to remote prisons PAPUA NEW GUINEA: Government bans newspaper from reporting on 2009 budget COLOMBIA: Judge issues order for arrest of "Semana" magazine editor BURMA: Comedian and blogger "Zarganar" sentenced to 45 yrs in prison; sports journalist Zaw Thet Htwe gets 15 yrs KENYA: IFJ welcomes first working congress of Federation of African Journalists CROATIA: EFJ Condemns Latest Threat against Journalist PERU: Radio programme cancelled after host criticises member of congress VENEZUELA: Reporters harassed and threatened by police during demonstration KENYA: Government enacts draconian law to regulate media content SRI LANKA: Court rules that alleged confession made by journalist was voluntary, admissible as evidence in his trial UNITED STATES: Murder of Chauncey Bailey could have been avoided, says RSF RUSSIA: Journalist threatened, beaten after reporting on local government and press freedom issues NEPAL: Journalists' nationwide protest continues INDONESIA: Journalist receives death threat in Aceh INTERNATIONAL: Asia eclipses Middle East in violence against journalists says IPI's 2008 review NEPAL: International Press Freedom and Freedom of Expression Mission: Rapid Response Assessment Mission to Nepal Haiti As Haiti Disaster Unfolds , IFJ Plans Aid for Victims in Media and Journalism ITALY Proposed decree would require websites showing videos to obtain licence ISRAEL :- English-language editor of Palestinian news agency deported THAILAND :- Independent news website to close down message board due to restrictive online environment VENEZUELA :- Ruling party spokespersons threaten free expression organisations AFGHANISTAN: Two kidnapped journalists released by captors MOROCCO: Another large fine imposed on embattled Arabic-language daily IRAQ: IFJ Backs Calls for Release of Journalist in Shoes Protest MEXICO: Home of "El Debate" newspaper editor Moisés García Castro targetted in gun attack in Sinaloa WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 13 July 2009 UNITED KINGDOM: Government to decriminalise defamation HAITI :- Radio stations getting back on the air in Port-au-Prince Iraq: IFJ and ARTICLE 19 Pledge Support for UK Guardian Newspaper in Defamation Case FIJI :- PFF urges military regime to drop proposed media law SRI LANKA : - As election nears, pro-opposition journalist disappears SEAPA Alert: Malaysian police should uphold, not curtail, freedom SEAPA Alert: Malaysian justice minister reverses book ban SRI LANKA :- All-out propaganda and intimidation in run-up to presidential election The IFJ and Article 19 Support The Guardian in Court Battle for Journalists' Rights in Iraq MIDDLE EAST AND NOTH AFRICA :- Disturbing moves to create super-police for Arab satellite TV stations, says RSF SERBIA :- Weekly "Vranjske" subjected to political pressure after publishing critical articles UNITED STATE HAITI :- IAPA protests international journalists' eviction from airport VENEZUELA :- Central bank security officers prevent privately-owned media from covering press conference MOROCCO :- Country's most critical publication faces closure WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 19 July 2010 WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 26 July 2010 WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 30 July 2010 WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 20 August 2010 FRANCE: Auto magazine reporter detained for 48 hr; charged in connection with industrial spying complaint CHINA: Writer Du Daobin re-arrested; writer Huang Qi held incommunicado and denied legal counsel GREECE: Macedonian journalists seeking to cover cultural event denied entry to country IFJ Demands Turkey Lifts Ban on satellite TV network supporting workers THE GAMBIA: Two newspaper journalists briefly detained, one charged with sedition TUNISIA: IFJ Welcomes Release of Journalist from Prison IRAN: Woman journalist detained for criticising police behaviour in demonstration; two weeklies suspended ZIMBABWE: MISA stresses need for free expression guarantees NIGER: Broadcaster suspended for one month without explanation YEMEN: British journalist deported, two fixers held by security forces MAURITANIA: Two journalists released conditionally GERMANY: EFJ Welcomes Defeat of Anti-Terrorism Law as Victory for Press Freedom BURMA: Comedian, journalist sentenced to additional prison time under Electronic Law SINGAPORE: "Wall Street Journal Asia" found in contempt of court and fined GERMANY: Parliament defeats anti-terror law that would have required journalists to reveal their material and sources MEXICO: Police threaten radio journalist, point gun at his head PAKISTAN: Newspaper correspondent's home destroyed by blast in Swat Valley INTERNATIONAL: Iraq, India and Mexico most dangerous places for journalists in 2008, says IFJ WORLD 14 journalists killed in one month, A bad start for the media community BURMA: Military cronies' involvement in media resulting in self-censorship, MEXICO: Journalist flees to the United States after receiving death threat LESOTHO: Privately-owned radio station suspended for "failure to cooperate with the authority" BOLIVIA: Photographer receives death threats after photographing pro-government groups; governor accuses newspaper of taking money in exchange for publishing false information USA: Appeals court dismisses contempt order against journalist INDONESIA: Filmmaker refused permission to shoot in Central Java SRI LANKA: FMM concerned over imprisoned journalist's health IFRA Executive News Digest 21 November 2008 SOMALIA: Galkayo-based radio station back on the air, director released but ordered to report to court SERBIA: TV station editor receives death threat from local officials CÔTE D'IVOIRE :- French TV network France 24 allowed to resume local retransmission TOGO :- French media denied accreditation to cover presidential ele ction Philippines :- Town police chief suspended for threatening Filipino radio journalist ZIMBABWE: Freelance journalist relieved of requirement to report to courts, police, still facing charges USA: Journalist ordered to appear before grand jury after refusing to reveal sources for article on alleged Chinese espionage in US IFJ Calls for Release of Journalist Held by Palestinian Authorities BURMA: Junta officials censor political cartoons; reporters face restrictions at Martyrs' Day ceremony COLOMBIA: Journalists in Arauca receive threats while covering "March for Liberty" BOLIVIA: Five government ministers named to supervise state-owned TV channel EGYPT: Internet activists detained in Alexandria, no explanation given for arrests VENEZUELA: RCTV television station crew threatened in Cúa; photojournalist briefly detained in Lara MEXICO: Radio programme cancelled, allegedly as a result of political pressure BOTSWANA: MP condemns government secrecy, calls for freedom of information legislation COLOMBIA: Journalists jeopardised by soldier's impersonation of Telesur TV crew member during hostage rescue operation CHINA: Journalist given 3-year sentence for "inciting to subversion" DR CONGO: 5 Raga TV journalists released after being held for 24 hours; one still missing COLOMBIA: Two journalists receive death threats GUYANA: Leading TV journalist banned from president's office NEPAL: Community radio station overtaken, staff locked out by smugglers ANGOLA: Former VOA journalist sentenced to 12 years in prison for "crimes against the state" NEPAL: International Media Mission visits Kathmandu SRILANKA: Editor's Kidnap Style Arrest Is Part of "War on Journalism" in Sri Lanka, Says IFJ SRI LANKA: Government bars media from covering elections in North CHINA: More websites blocked; journalist assaulted after taking photographs of industrial accident ISRAEL/PALESTINE: Al-Jazeera journalists detained by IDF, allege assault, confiscation of materials on board ship near Gaza PHNOM PENH: NGO exec fined, gets jail term, over published criticism of Angkor Wat lighting project IFJ Calls for Reversal of Reporter's Sentence in Yemen INTERNATIONAL: For sixth straight year, Iraq deadliest nation for press : CPJ's end-of-year analysis IRAQ: Journalists covering provincial elections harassed in several polling stations KAZAKHSTAN: "Taszhargan" newspaper and journalist Almas Kusherbayev ordered to compensate government official in defamation case RUSSIA: Journalists banned from covering reading of Altai governor's report; accreditation requests denied SERBIA :- Weekly "Vranjske" subjected to political pressure after publishing critical articles IRAQ :- Security forces now biggest enemy for Iraqi journalists, says RSF SOUTH AFRICA :- Prosecutors banned from speaking to media PAKISTAN: Shots fired by Swat valley soldiers kill journalist's sister ZIMBABWE: Journalist questioned by police over unpublished story SRI LANKA: Media group prohibited from publishing information on defence secretary for two weeks SRI LANKA: BBC World Service; "Sunday Leader" newspaper censored HAITI: Journalist sentenced to one-month prison term for allegedly defaming senator INTERNATIONAL: Special Mandates Condemn Defamation of Religions CHINA: Second reporter arrested after investigating suspected corruption in Shanxi province THE GAMBIA: "The Point" editor arrested on charges of "spreading false information" WAN-IFRA Executive News Digest for 14 July 2009 INDONESIA: Logging company detains television journalists IRAN: 100 prominent journalists call for release of Maziar Bahari LINKS BANK: WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 17 July 2009 N KOREA/ US: An intimate homecoming, played out in public VENEZUELA : - CONATEL shuts down one radio station; programme cancelled at another SEBIA :- Serbian Orthodox priest threatens journalist VENEZUELA :- Curbing free speech even more, authorities arrest two opponents over comments made in public ECUADOR :- Director, editor of state-run newspaper fired MEXICO :- Soldiers harass camera operator TURKEY :- Kurdish newspaper suspended for one month TIBET (CHINA) :- Writer arrested; Propaganda Department sets rules for covering Shanghai Expo and Qinghai earthquak e UNITED STATES :- Pentagon bars four reporters from Guantanamo Bay proceedings WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 11 May 2010 IRAN :- Concern over new arrests DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO :- Radio station manager held for broadcasting controversial s ong TURKEY :- Court rules newspaper must pay heavy fine PALESTINE :- Political tensions between Hamas and Fatah continue to take a toll on Palestinian journali sts KUWAIT :- Media prevented from covering dismantling of Iranian spy ring PERU: Graffiti insulting radio journalist appears on Iquitos town walls EGYPT: Journalist harassed, detained, his photographs erased, while investigating construction company activities TURKEY: Hayat TV loses satellite access after questionable allegations it provided images to pro-Kurdish station in Germany SRI LANKA: Previously threatened journalist stalked MOZAMBIQUE: Three journalists charged with threatening state security over article questioning PM's citizenship CHILE: La Voz community radio station repeatedly searched by investigative police URUGUAY: Bill to eliminate "insult to authorities" laws and decriminalise defamation welcome, needs improvements, says WPFC SOUTH AFRICA: Judicial hearings should be accessible to public and allowed to be broadcast live, says Freedom of Expression Institute GUATEMALA: Radio journalist receives death threats, dismissed from TV programme following pressure from municipality AFRICA: Majority of African journalists are detained without charge, says CPJ ISREAL/PELESTINE: IFJ Condemns Killing of Photographer as Media Face New Risks in Gaza BHUTAN: Journalist Shantiram Acharya arrested, sentenced to seven and a half years in prison BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA: Editor Bakir Hedziomerovic and journalist Avdo Avdic receive death threats after reporting on alleged links between politicians and organised crime IRAN: Four Internet Journalists Sentenced to Prison, Floggings NEPAL :- Local correspondent receives death threat MADAGASCAR :- Two Radio Fahazavana journalists detained over alleged involvement in mutiny ETHIOPIA :- Ethiopia jails editor whose paper challenged the prime minister WAN-IFRA Study Tour: Printing in Japan 21-25 March, Tokyo, Kyoto, Nagoya KAZAKHSTAN :- Press seizure underscores concerns about government's commitment to freedom MAURITANIA ;- Still held illegally, website editor re-tried on same charge TAJIKISTAN :- Judges seek millions from three weeklies in civil libel case WAN-IFRA Study Tour: Printing in Japan 21-25 March, Tokyo, Kyoto, Nagoya FRANCE: Journalist humiliated, arrested, released after several hours in alleged libel case IRAQ/UNITED STATES: Court orders release of Iraqi journalist, charges withdrawn ZIMBABWE: Prominent journalist and human rights activist kidnapped from her home RUSSIA: Journalists assaulted, equipment broken, confiscated TURKEY: Journalist sentenced to one year and three months in prison for opposing imposition of "terrorist" label on Kurdish group NEPAL: Journalists take out rally protesting attack on free press COLOMBIA: 3 Journalists temporarily detained by army, asked to hand over their work WORLD REPORT: New Wave of Media Killings Wipes out Optimism Over Death Toll in 2008 - IFJ BURMA :Journalists Khin Maung Aye, Htun Htun Thein released after completing three month sentence WAN-IFRA Executive News Digest for 15 July 2009 Yemen: Controversial Special Court sentences journalists to jail and bans them from writing Group of bloggers, political party representatives and journalists arrested by government forces Journalist sentenced to three months in prison for insulting president Journalist sentenced to one year in prison for "infringing on the Islamic faith" IPS launches year of reporting on the World Social Forum GREECE : - IPI condemns series of attacks against journalists HAITI : - Media Operations Centre gets government backing UNITED STATE : - Supreme Court decision could bring forward execution of journalist Mumia Abu-Jamal VENEZUELA :- Central bank security officers prevent privately-owned media from covering press conference VENEZUELA :- Central bank security officers prevent privately-owned media from covering press conference IFJ Hails Stunning Victory for Working Rights of Journalists in Yemen SRI LANKA :- Websites blocked just hours before poll results are announced ISRAEL :- High Court quashes jail sentence against two journalists WAN-IFRA Conference: Printing Summit 13-15 April, Salzburg, Austria IFJ Report Lists China's Secret Bans on Media Reporting PAKISTAN: Journalists released by alleged Taliban group following abduction in Tribal Areas SRI LANKA: Police spokesperson's unwarranted criticism may endanger media organisation's convenor, says FMM SRI LANKA: Journalist detained for over five months charged with "terrorism" GEORGIA/RUSSIA: Unesco DG condemns violence against journalists in conflict in Georgia and urges respect for media safety SOMALIA: Radio station in Islamist-controlled town forced off the air THAILAND: Police official files third complaint against journalist for allegedly insulting monarchy NEPAL: Lawmakers express solidarity with journalists' protest RUSSIA: Critical show taken off the air; broadcast regulator terminates NTV and RTR programming to several villages PAKISTAN: Newspaper offices stormed by armed men, staff told to be prepared for "extreme consequences" D R CONGO: Court hands down 10 and nine-month sentences to editor, assistant, after more than nine months in detention MEXICO: Newspaper director pressured by ministerial police in Aguascalientes to reveal source for murder story SOUTH AFRICA: Broadcast journalists claim intimidation from political parties AFGHANISTAN: "Payman" news editor freed after eight days in detention SRI LANKA :- Editor freed, but fears grow for missing journalist COLOMBIA :- President Uribe to CPJ and FLIP, "Illegal spies are enemies of Colombia" ETHIOPIA :- Voice of America news broadcasts jammed WAN-IFRA Study Tour: New Media Trends in Newsrooms 16-22 May, Europe Philippine Supreme Court justice sues journalist for libel ARGENTINA :- Journalist's car set on fire U.N. Blasted for Sequestering NGOs and Media WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 20 April 2010 WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 25 May 2010 TURKEY : Reporter released pending trial after five months in dete ntion WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 02 August 2010 CHINA: Violations of Olympics-related media freedom pledges continue - Human Rights Watch DR CONGO: Documentary filmmaker, his assistant summoned and interrogated by national security agents YEMEN: Freedom of Expression in Peril CHINA: Media barred from reporting on taxi strike COLOMBIA: Journalists threatened, attacked during protests CHILE: Police commanders refuse to identify officer who injured EFE photographer despite promise of disciplinary action CÔTE D'IVOIRE/FRANCE: President Gbagbo's associates fail to cooperate with French probe into journalist's disappearance MOLDOVA: Cameraman harassed at General Prosecutor's Office while trying to report on web commentators' case FIJI ISLANDS: Government proposes new media legislation, denies goal is to control media TURKEY: Hayat TV loses satellite access after questionable allegations it provided images to pro-Kurdish station in Germany ZIMBABWE: South African company charged with illegal importation of broadcasting equipment GUATEMALA: "Prensa Libre" correspondent in Suchitepéquez threatened with murder by ex-governor AZERBAIJAN: 24 IFEX members call for government to rescind decision to ban foreign radio stations SENEGAL: Court refuses bail for jailed editor PERU: Journalist's radio programme cancelled after he criticises local authorities; arrest warrant issued for editor found to be "in contempt of court" FIJI ISLANDS: Interim government seeking jail terms for newspaper bosses RUSSIA: Journalists arrested while covering protest MALAYSIA: Political party president threatens journalist, pictures erased from photographer's camera WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 19 January 2010 Two journalists receive death threats 63rd World Newspaper Congress, 17th World Editors Forum and Info Services Expo WPFC condemns seven-year prison sentence against leading journalist Toll of media workers killed in massacre rises, attacks continue Journalists warned over hacked Gmail accounts TV station's licence cancelled by Ministry of Transport and Communications Holocaust denial writer jailed for five years: Source The Guardian Broadcaster censured for 'inappropriate' shows: Source Kyodo News /Japan Times ZIMBABWE: Third reporter abducted in 10 days RUSSIA: Reporter threatened after criticising local authorities; reporters barred from covering visit by Federation Council head Internet site provides access to Madrid train bombings trial: Source International Herald Tribune Iran detains journalists outside Tehran: Source ABC News Sports organizations' new focus - Guarding online revenue: Source International Herald Tribune Croat journalist jailed for contempt of UN court IFJ calls on Japanese government to refrain from editorial interference Appeal for BBC Journalist held in Gaza: Source AP /ABC News New online journal tracks media trends in the Middle East: Source International Journalists Network First Internet cafes open in backward Turkmenistan: Source The Independent S. African group sets up Middle East peace radio: Source Reuters Alertnet Google working towards becoming a 'one stop shop' for advertisers: Source Media Guardian NAMIBIA: Polytechnic declares its premises a "no-go" area for journalists covering student events INTERNATIONAL: 34 writers from 19 countries receive Hellman/Hammett grants in recognition of courage in face of political persecution PALESTINE: Security forces detain journalist INTERNATIONAL: Widespread Violations of Journalists' Rights, Says IFJ CHINA: Details emerge about detained journalist Pakistan Supreme Court urged to free media IFJ concerned over self-censorship and unfair treatment of journalists in Korea Estonian daily among world's best-designed newspapers: Source Newswatch India US human rights group to support Open Radio for North Korea: Source Media Network Weblog CBS fires racism row radio host: Source BBC News Women don't click with Internet videos: Source Reuters ZIMBABWE: IFJ Condemns Abduction of Journalist TURKEY: Court fines newspaper, columnist over disclosure of sensitive information BAHRAIN: Journalist prosecuted for alleged sedition, slander, false reporting Canadian TV Network Rapped For Drunk Boating Scene, Use of the F-Word Afghan journalists say US troops deleted photos, video after bomb attack: Source USA Today Blair's lawyers fail to gag report on funding probe SRI LANKA:FMM condemns latest series of attacks, threats and intimidation against COLOMBIA: Soldiers obstruct journalists' work in San Vicente del Caguán, IPS launches year of reporting on the World Social Forum Unrestricted powers as part of anti-terror measures “curtail media freedom” Journalists look to bloggers for Virginia Tech story: Source CNET News Asian-American journalists urge media not to mention race of Virginia killer: Source Editor and Publisher 63rd World Newspaper Congress, 17th World Editors Forum and Info Services Expo TURKEY Three years on, still no convictions in editor's murder MAXICO CPJ calls for thorough investigation into crime reporter's murder BURMA :- Journals forced to print pro-junta articles Director-General condemns the murder of Mexican journalist José Luis Romero UZBEKISTAN :- Journalist charged with defaming Uzbeks Taliban threat to kill Italian journalist: report: Source Reuters/ ABC News Military court acquits three journalists with Zurich-based weekly: Source Reporters Without Borders AP launches rolling news blog: Source Journalism.co.uk Al Jazeera TV posts English shows on YouTube website: Source - Bloomberg /Gulf News Online marketplace for video and TV launched: Source Reuters US presidential hopefuls flock to YouTube: Source Reuters French Editor cleared in cartoons case: Source Media Guardian Wall Street Journal wins 2 Pulitzers: Source The Guardian Chinese Newspapers targeting seniors do well as grey population swells: Source Xinhua EA, Endemol to merge virtual reality and reality TV: Source Reuters Philippines International Solidarity Mission Dec09 - low res 23Jan10.pdf IRAQ :- More threats and violence against independent journalists in Iraqi Kurdistan CUBA :- Independent journalist arrested again, 10 days after being relea sed WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 14 June 2010 WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 10 August 2010 WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 16 August 2010 Iraqi editor shot dead in Baghdad Kenya government withdraws advertising from Standard Group media: Source Reporters Without Borders BBC reporter kidnapped in Gaza is alive says Abbas: Source AFP / Middle East Times IFJ-PFUJ mission calls for action in response to “crisis of safety” in Pakistan Milestone German Judgement in Favour of Protection of Sources 'Bush bans CD' story was fake: Source The Local Open-source citizen journalism takes off with launch of Assignment Zero: Source Journalism.co.uk Many Americans see little point to web: Source Reuters BURMA ;-Another Democratic Voice of Burma reporter receives lengthy prison term SRI LANKA President Rajapaksa urged to halt post-election crackdown on media Defamation charges in Indonesia threaten press freedom Ban on gambling advertising in Britain to end IFJ demands immediate investigation into death of a journalist in Bangladesh MAURITANIA: Journalist arrested while covering demonstration CHINA: Despite completion of prison term, housing activist unreleased; foreign affairs ministry refuses to investigate death threats against journalist MEXICO: Jailed newspaper editor's home searched by soldiers GHANA: Journalist held captive by traditional leader AZERBAIJAN: Police briefly detain, demand written explanation from journalist for taking photographs near Russian embassy Iraqi Media Death Toll Rises To 186 Turkish military's media 'black list' under probe: Source AKI News Two journalists go on trial in Azerbaijan: Source: AP /ABC News WAN-IFRA Study Tour: New Media Trends in Newsrooms 16-22 May, Europe IRAQ :- Legislative elections turn into nightmare for independent and opposition journali sts MEXICO :- Eight journalists kidnapped in two weeks BURMA :- Election analysis banned in Burmese publications MEXICO :- Two suspects arrested in journalist's murder, but motive remains questionable MEXICO :- Two suspects arrested in journalist's murder, but motive remains questionable Withdraw Jail Sentences for Three Somaliland Journalists, Newspaper Executive: IFJ Tragic accident highlights need for safer journalism Kremlin to radio network: Be 'positive': Source International Herald Tribune Australian media is more restricted than it was 12 months ago: Annual report Gambia Urged To Respect Press Freedom Russian journalist seeks US asylum: Source The Moscow Times Ban lifted on reformist Iranian newspaper - report Press watchdog denounces jailing of Kenyan editor Release Italian Journalist Kidnapped in Afghanistan: IFJ Journalist Feared Dead, Others Injured in Indonesia Crash Russian journalist 'sacked' for speaking about police brutality: Source Media Guardian Circulation drops as U.S. papers trim subscribers: Source Reuters WAN-IFRA Conference: Printing Summit 13-15 April, Salzburg, Austria IFJ Condems New Chavez Crackdown on Media in Venezuela IRAQ :- Security forces now biggest enemy for Iraqi journalists, says RSF SOUTH AFRICA :- Prosecutors banned from speaking to media International News Safety Institute Report on Killed Journalists France bans citizen journalists from reporting violence: Source Yahoo News "Safeguard the Common Good ... Uphold the Truth" Benedict XVI's Address to Media Council: 2007-03-09 US military defends deleting AP images from Afghanistan: Source AP/ Editor and Publisher Chinese cyber-dissident gets 6 years: Source AP /ABC News Taliban plan more kidnappings after Italian deal: Source: The Guardian PAKISTAN :- Lawyers stop journalists from covering court proceedings IFJ Welcomes Backing for Ethical Journalism Campaign from Romanian Television Realitatea China's great firewall: out to censor blogs In ad wars, Yahoo aims for Right touch: Source CNET News SRI LANKA: FMM appalled at police spokesperson's justification of minister's attack on journalists ZIMBABWE: Court orders reinstatement of journalists suspended for not reporting positively on President Mugabe's electoral campaign European Journalists Call on Turkish Military to End Use of “Media Black List” Musharraf govt turns its ire on media for covering protests Jordan launches news service for children: Source International Journalists Network BBC to launch on-demand TV: Source Reuters UN calls for release of Afghan reporter held by Taliban Greek Court Decision “Criminalises” Media Trade Unionism Murdoch's News Corp. makes USD 5bn bid for Dow Jones: Source Reuters EUROPE: Members of European Parliament urged to support Global Online HAITI/SPAIN: Spanish authorities reopen investigation into 2004 murder of Antena 3 AZERBAIJAN: Lawsuit filed in assaulted journalist's case IFJ calls for libel law reform in Philippines Taliban say have released Italian journalist Palestinian daily reaches Israel: Source Ifra executive news Ethiopia blocks opposition Web sites –watchdog: Source Reuters Freedom of the Press 2007 Freedom House Survey: Source Media Network Weblog EU takes Greece back to court over broadcast liberalisation: Source AFP /EU Business France opens up its UFO files: Source - The Independent WAN-IFRA Study Tour: E-Reading in Japan 25-29 May, Tokyo BRAZIL :- TV reporters detained for two hours VIETNAM :- Writer sentenced to three and a half years in prison on trumped-up assault charge KUWAIT: Decree prohibits government employees from writing in newspapers CONGO: Journalist en Danger employees receive death threats JAPAN: Two journalists reporting on warship fire go missing following helicopter crash IRAQ/UNITED STATES: US military review board orders continued detention of AP journalist for 6 more months RUSSIA: Former judge asks for criminal charges to be brought against journalist, files defamation suit against newspaper CAMBODIA: Despite withdrawal of lawsuit, editor Dam Sith still facing criminal charges MALAYSIA: Online critic rearrested, charged with criminal defamation over story INTERNATIONAL: IPI concerned about legal conditions imposed on journalists seeking to cover the 2010 World Cup in South Africa ARGENTINA :- Radio station pulls environmental programme off the air Premier League files legal charges against Google's Youtube service: Source VNU Net Azerbaijan cuts ties with Paris-based media watchdog RSF: Source: AFP via Middle East Times Pakistan: action against TV channels criticised: Source: AKI News/Dawn MEXICO: "Forum" magazine faces withdrawal of government advertising in reprisal for its critical stance MAXICO :- Police commander threatens magazine editor in Chiapas UNESCO trains Maghreb public service broadcasters to reduce gender stereotyping SRI LANKA :- FMM calls on president to ensure a free media environment UGANDA :- President Museveni files libel complaint against two journalists MAURITANIA :- Court imposes new two-year sentence on website editor Jailed Chinese man's wife plans to sue Yahoo: Source Reuters Italian government under fire over hostage deal Editor faces prison term for political articles EGYPT: Academic sentenced to two years in prison over articles published abroad, threatened with loss of citizenship Slain Russian reporter chastises Russia in diaries: Source Reuters Alert Net IRAN: “TV productions without prayer scenes not be allowed to air": Source AFP /Independent Online TV station begins Chavez assault on Europe: Source EFE via Expatica Spain WAN-IFRA Study Tour: Printing in Japan 21-25 March, Tokyo, Kyoto, Nagoya TUNISIA :- Critical journalist's appeal rejected Ghana: ARTICLE 19 Recommends Changes to Proposed Access to Information Law JORDAN :- Sudanese writer and publishing house fined TURKEY :- Journalist receives death threat from stranger TURKEY :- "Atilim" journalists detained while awaiting trial UN expert demands freedom of political prisoners in Myanmar Iraqis want to sue al-Jazeera: Source UPI Militant 'Mickey Mouse' pulled off air: Source AP / ABC News Australia: free speech movement across media: Source The Age/Editors Weblog SEAPA Alert: Another DVB reporter sentenced to 13 years in Burma European Parliament Hearing and Conference:Paying the Price for Journalism and Democracy European Parliament, Room 6Q1 2 February 2010, 9.30 - 12.30 Afghanistan becoming “No-Go” for Media: IFJ Global net censorship 'growing': Source BBC News SYRIA: Issue of London daily banned over coverage of President Assad's trip to France AZERBAIJAN: Newspaper correspondent threatened over critical article CHINA: Under IOC's watch, free expression sacrificed on altar of corporate sponsorship, says ARTICLE 19 CHINA: Under IOC's watch, free expression sacrificed on altar of corporate sponsorship, says ARTICLE 19 RUSSIA (DAGESTAN): Editor of weekly faces extremism charges, possible prison sentence, for quoting guerilla leader in article SRI LANKA: Critical journalist and two colleagues remain in detention without charges Bulgaria: WAZ and IFJ Demand Protection and Justice for Award Winning Journalist Europe.list - EFJ Criticises Dismissals at German Press Agency ddp/AP in Switzerland and France MOLDOVA: Cameraman harassed at General Prosecutor's Office while trying to report on web commentators' case AZERBAIJAN: Journalist says that individual convicted of stabbing him is not guilty RWANDA: Deputy managing editor of independent weekly deported VENEZUELA : - Three cable TV stations allowed to resume broadcasting, RCTVI still suspended BELARUS ;- Government extends its control over all media SRI LANKA :- Ban on "Lanka" newspaper lifted but editor remains in detention SAUDI ARABIA :- Saudi operator Arabsat takes Iran's Al-Alam network off air GHANA :- Investigation launched into journalist mistreatment allegation Release of Parameshawary “triumph for justice” in Sri Lanka: IFJ COSTA RICA:- Court eliminates prison terms for defamation, but criminal convictions still possi ble 63rd World Newspaper Congress, 17th World Editors Forum and Info Services Expo UNESCO DG condemns killing of two Iraqi journalists IFJ Welcomes Breakthrough for Press Freedom in Kyrgyzstan SEAPA Alert: Life term for murderer of Filipino radio SEAPA Alert: Junta news agency stops providing pictures of Suu Kyi Withdraw Honour for Prosecutor in Charge of Failed Investigation of Ukraine Journalist’s Death: IFJ Media watchdog slams curbs on Pakistan media Media watchdogs criticise Uzbekistan over reporter KYRGYZSTAN :- Editor of opposition newspaper threatened Somalia urged to Stop Media Harassment after Closure of Al Jazeera TV Release Editor in Conflict with Central African Republic Media Regulator: IFJ Thai political web forum ordered to shut: Source AP /ABC News UN leader calls for freeing BBC journalist in Gaza Community journalism will suffer if jobs outsourced: IFJ NHK TV ordered to air government views on overseas service: Source AFP/ Media Network Weblog IRAQ;- New media rules reflect return to authoritarianism MAURITANIA - Website editor freed under presidential pardon MAURITANIA - Website editor freed under presidential pardon WAN-IFRA Study Tour: New Media Trends in Newsrooms 16-22 May, Europe TURKEY -: Television station penalised after programme guest criticises government IFJ Calls for End to Death Threats against Journalists Working for Opposition Leader in DRC Ethiopia treason trial judge frees 25 journalists: Source Reuters /ABC News Two arrested in connection with TV journalists killing Pakistan blocks radical mosque's Web site, radio: Source AFP / Middle East Times Russia Accused of “Intolerance of News Media” After Journalists Are Held Pakistan shuts Islamist radio station Russia raps newspaper for mentioning banned party Russian scribe to receive press freedom award posthumously SOUTH ASIA: SAMSN Adopts Declaration at Kathmandu, to Seek Formal Constitution at Next Meeting SRI LANKA: Television suspends journalists for distributing leaflet Daily Mirror apologises to girl friend of Prince Williams for her paparazzi picture Sri Lanka mission releases press freedom report KENYA: Journalist Attacked Over Story on Minister Amid political protests, Net shut off in Burma EGYPT: Independent editor to be tried in emergency security court; 4 journalists sentenced to jail for libel CANADA :- CJFE troubled that activist denied entry to Canada BURMA :- Internet cafes ordered to keep tabs on customers CANADA :- CJFE concerned by reports of political interference in access to information case LIBERIA : - Four editors demoted after protesting suppression of opposition vie ws Election Training Workshops held in Philippines MEDIA IN SRI LANKA UNDER SEIGE BURMA: German photographer reportedly among shooting victims; death of Japanese journalist confirmed BURMA: Internet access reportedly "cut" in Burma; journalist beaten, arrested SRI LANKA: Four journalists sent on compulsory leave by state-owned TV network CHINA :- IFJ Press Freedom in China Campaign Bulletin - February 2010 EGYPT :- Journalist sentenced to 12 months in prison BURMA: Four organisations call for day of action to show solidarity and condemn human rights violations BURMA: German photographer reportedly among shooting victims; death of Japanese journalist confirmed NEPAL: Disruption in newspaper group's operations by Maoist-affiliated union A State of Denial: The Crisis of Press Freedom and Journalist Safety in Pakistan BURMA: Evidence emerges of intentional shooting of Japanese cameraman BURMA: At least four journalists arrested in Rangoon, including Japanese daily's correspondent COLOMBIA: New death threat against television programme director Hollman Morris WAN-IFRA Conference: Printing Summit 13-15 April, Salzburg, Austria SYRIA : -Two journalists freed after being held for more than one month without cha rge TURKEY :- Two journalists on trial for publishing confidential documents BOLIVIA :- Government official announces criminal defamation lawsuit against journal ist ETHIOPIA :- Supreme Court orders publishing houses to pay country's highest ever fine, say publishers RUSSIA :- Staff of Dagestani weekly on trial for extremism ECUADOR :- IAPA concerned after reporter is convicted for stating his opinion PERU :- Radio station director facing 10 years in jail TURKEY :- One-month publishing ban imposed on "Yürüyüs" magazine EUROPE :- Journalists Back Turkish Fight for Press and Union Rights World Press Institute at Macalester shutting down: Source AP /Editor and Publisher Iraqi Kurdistan to set up USD 400m 'media city': Source Reuters / Media Network Weblog BURKINA FASO: Fire destroys radio presenter's car HONDURAS: Journalist shot at, another threatened, six more face lawsuit for reporting on alleged corruption MAURITANIA: Journalist, publisher arrested over article on judicial corruption BURMA: Detained comedian and sports columnist both charged with "disturbing public order" CHINA: Police detain, beat Japanese reporters, threaten Reuters staffer seeking to cover attack on border outpost PERU: Radio journalists harassed, threatened for trying to record drug disposal operation BELARUS: New Media Law Signed by President Lukashenka Yemen: 27 Civil Society Organisations Call on the Yemeni Authorities to Respect Freedom of Expression and Journalists' Rights 63rd World Newspaper Congress, 17th World Editors Forum and Info Services Expo 7-10 June, Beirut Journalists' Groups Demand Hamas Free Detained British Journalist PALESTINE : - Shots fired at journalist's home Mexico: New Special Prosecutor Must Focus Political Will in One of World's Deadliest Places for Journalists WAN-IFRA Conference: Printing Summit 14-15 April, Salzburg, Austria BAHRAIN :- Authorities suspend permits of two foreign correspondents CUBA :- RSF correspondent turns 60 in prison UKRAINE :- Police question two journalists, search homes, seize fil es 63rd World Newspaper Congress, 17th World Editors Forum and Info Services Expo 7-10 June, Beirut ARGENTINA :- Photographers threatened, harassed in Chaco and Santa Cruz Court upholds Burmese journalist’s 27-year prison term [Newsletter] IFJ Highlights Struggle in Iran on World Press Freedom Day Arrested Sylhet (Bangladesh) journalists sent to jail ZIMBABWE: Police arrest 2 actors and a journalist during performance of satirical play about the country's political situation EGYPT :- Blogger tried in military court IRAN :- CPJ denounces Iranian threats against Maziar Bahari VENEZUELA :- Newspaper receives threats from groups linked to rulin g party HONDURAS :- Community radio station in Zacate Grande faces criminal action 63rd World Newspaper Congress, 17th World Editors Forum and Info Services Expo 7-10 June, Beirut AZERBAIJAN/INTERNATIONAL :- Joint the demonstration to call for release of Eynulla Fatullayev Sailors banned from selling stories: Source Reuters SYRIA: Government critic released from prison, but crackdown on dissidents continues GEORGIA: IFJ Calls for International Action to Protect Journalists COTE DIVOIRE : - French TV network France 24 suspended, opposition newspapers threatened WAN-IFRA Conference: Printing Summit LIBERIA :- Security agency instructs printing press not to print ne wspaper Brazil :- Special Commission Passes Right to Information Bill MALAYSIA :- CIJ concerned over newspaper's decision to resort to self-censors hip KOSOVO/FRANCE :- French foreign minister refers to Voice of America reporter as "sick" and "insa ne" CHINA :- Propaganda department issues new reporting ban Philippines Journalist jailed for four years after revealing politician’s affair BURMA: Military Government urged us to pull out reporters say Swedish, Danish media VENEZUELA :- Journalists followed by military intelligence officers; radio station takes programmes off the air to avoid being shut down TURKEY :- Member of Parliament sues journalist for "attacking his personal righ ts" Ethiopian Judge’s Ruling that 25 Journalists be Released Welcomed PHILIPPINES: Journalist received death threats THAILAND: Thai police ban a book on democracy UGANDA: Call for Dropping Sedition Charges Against Three Journalists WAN-IFRA Conference: Printing Summit 13-15 April, Salzburg, Austria SRI LANKA :- Journalist's wife calls for investigation into his disappearance CHINA :- New regulations announced as Internet censorship reaches unprecedented le vel UNITED ARAB EMIRATES :- Access to independent online discussion forum blocked AZERBAIJAN :- Editor's detention prolonged by two more months TUNISIA :- Tunisian authorities try to silence Human Rights Watch WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 25 March 2010 Release Al-Jazeera cameraman: IFJ to US Venezuelans in TV network protest: Source BBC News Russian NGO temporarily closes doors after office raid: Source Moscow Times South Asia Media initiative to build regional trust: Source Dawn / Asia Media 56-nation survey on journalists' access to information and protection of sources IFJ Marks Anniversary of Anna Politkovskaya Killing With New Call to End Impunity Stop the bloodshed: IFJ to Arroyo SOMALIA: Minister harasses press freedom organization COLOMBIA: Another journalist receives death threat after being publicly berated by president SERBIA: EFJ Condemns “Political Coup” Over Control of Serbian Television SOMALIA: Authorities free Radio Simba manager and reporter KOSOVO (SERBIA) :- "Koha Ditore" journalist allegedly threatened over critical report ing COLOMBIA :- Government implicated in phone-tapping scandal as pressure on media contin ues EL SALVADOR: Suspect arrested in murder of journalist Salvador Sánchez Roque NEPAL: Federation of Nepalese Journalists condemns harassment of journalist by police officer GEORGIA :- Journalist receives death threats from authorities MEXICO : - Authorities must continue to investigate the Brad Will killing, says CPJ NEPAL: Journalist abducted, Maoist leadership denies responsibility BURMA: Urgent action needed on detained and missing media workers IRAQ: Radio Free Europe correspondent missing, likely kidnapped, her driver shot dead World’s Press Protests Against UN Council’s Censorship Resolution Abbas says knows whereabouts of BBC Gaza reporter BURMA: Authorities free two more journalists held since September 2007 SRI LANKA: Journalist arrested on uncorroborated statement by Sri Lankan Minister PHILIPPINES: IFJ calls for action over shooting of radio announcers SRI LANKA: Authorities suspend radio network’s broadcast licence UK: World Journalists Welcome UK Decision to Scrap Plans to Weaken Law on Freedom of Information IFJ Urges Somali Government, Ethiopian Forces, Other Armed Groups to Stop Targeting Media Intelsat stops Tamil Tiger satellite broadcasts: Source Alert Net, Reuters Pakistan Newspaper Editors condemn show-cause notice to Aaj TV CHAD: Government accused over Journalists arrest in ‘Child Kidnap’ Case NEPAL: IFJ condemns escalating assaults on journalists TURKEY:- Editor sentenced to lengthy jail term; journalist's prison sentence converted to fine TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO:- Electoral authorities agree to collaborate to improve journalistic performance in election coverage CHINA :- Censorship and threats follow publication of joint editorial on internal passport system CHINA :- Journalists banned from reporting on trial of public health campaigner Nepal Journalists intimidated for critical reporting, workers demand better conditions AUSTRALIA: Report shows free speech under attack SRI LANKA: Newspaper pressured to cancel defence columns by army commander ETHIOPIA: Police threaten to block distribution of independent newspaper over opposition party coverage IRAN: Al Arabiya news channel's Tehran bureau chief expelled IRAN: Al Arabiya news channel's Tehran bureau chief expelled SUDAN: Press Council Uses Restrictive Regulations to Suspend Sudanese Newspapers SRI LANKA :- Executive director of Transparency International Sri Lanka faces imminent arres t China frees US-based activist after serving five years for spying NEPAL: IFJ condemns detention of protesters in Nepal PAKISTAN: Hands off media, says IFJ AFGHANISTAN: IFJ concerned for detained journalists PAKISTAN: Media Clampdown as Musharraf Bans Criticism NEPAL: Abducted journalist murdered, reveal Maoists after national protests by FNJ; two journalists injured, one seriously ZIMBABWE :- Courthouse filming lands journalist in jail RUSSIA :- CPJ outraged by court ruling to free Magomed Yevloyev's k iller AZERBAIJAN :- Imprisoned editor concerned over possible threat to h is life GHANA :- Newspaper wins seven year old defamation case TURKEY : - Website editor to be tried on charge of insulting president PAKISTAN: Government must honour pledge to support free and independent media says IFJ SRI LANKA: Female journalist threatened by political party supporter; FMM fears increasing media repression in Eastern Province AZERBAIJAN: Imprisoned journalist allegedly target of murder attempt PARAGUAY/VENEZUELA: Journalists impeded in attempts to cover Venezuelan president's visit to Paraguay SOMALIA (PUNTLAND): Regional radio station director released after being held overnight ARGENTINA: Radio station stripped of its right to air on the FM dial in apparent politically-motivated decision PAKISTAN: TV anchor detained, interrogated by intelligence agency personnel USA: Police officer poses as reporter to find leak in criminal investigation; practice puts media in danger, says RSF COLOMBIA: Several journalists victims of judicial actions violating source confidentiality or intended to silence criticism CHINA: RSF's Chinese-language website reblocked NICARAGUA: Journalist claims cancellation of his TV programme is due to government pressure VENEZUELA: Journalists, documentary makers detained by National Guard officers BRAZIL: Judge orders "Playboy" magazine to recall August issue at request of priest and Catholic organisation NEPAL: Editor receives threats; four newspaper reporters assaulted by school teachers; journalists harassed, prevented from reporting on protest at hospital VENEZUELA: Military shuts down two radio stations in central Guárico province UNITED STATES: ABC producer harassed by police, arrested, charged while covering Democratic Party convention in Denver MALAYSIA: Authorities ban political blog UNITED STATES: ABC producer harassed by police, arrested, charged while covering Democratic Party convention in Denver TUNISIA: Journalist given ID, but reportedly under intense surveillance, still denied passport RUSSIA: "Chernovik" editor-in-chief charged, her home and those of five colleagues searched, equipment seized MONGOLIA: TV journalist receives death threats following broadcasts on current political situation in Dornod province SENEGAL: Third journalist arrested in a month as government sets police on its press critics PERU: Radio station threatened with arson, destruction of broadcasting tower; station suspects mayor involved Kidnapped BBC Gaza reporter in "good health" -minister MAURITANIA: Journalist threatened by credit union official over critical coverage CHINA: Call for release of 33 imprisoned journalists on "Journalists' Day"; Glossary of censorship SRI LANKA: Photojournalists from non-State-media prevented from covering budget speech PAKISTAN: Media mogul receives death threats by Taliban for publishing photographs of women IFJ demands end to Culture of “Government Snooping” on Media as Survey Backs Concern over Protection of Sources SOMALIA: Government Should Reopen Three Radio Stations Human Rights Watch, CPJ say Pakistani Press Freedom under Attack Four journalists injured in attempt to assassination kill Pakistan interior minister RUSSIA :- Violations against media increase during elections DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO :- Radio journalists arrested in Bandu ndu 21 journalists and media assistants have been killed so far this year while doing their job CUBA: One imprisoned journalist denied medically-needed exercise; another reports food poisoning due to spoiled meals SRI LANKA: IPI and IFJ issue report on press freedom situation in Eastern Provinces PAKISTAN: IFJ Condemns Censorship Pact as Dubai Takes Pakistani Media off the Air CHINA: Magazine engaged in critical coverage of corruption placed under Propaganda Ministry's control CAMBODIA: General threatens to shoot journalist, later says he was "only kidding" MEXICO: Journalist threatened and punched following coverage criticising PAN senator CUBA: Journalists denied permission to emigrate TURKEY: Issue of newspaper confiscated for "anti-military" article NEPAL: Journalists barred from taking photographs of Maoist cadres destroying local resident's house PAKISTAN: IFJ Mission Calls for Media Freedom and Solidarity with Local Journalists INTERNATIONAL:- RSF releases new list of "Internet enemies" on World Day Against Cyber Censorship PAKISTAN: Freelance photographer killed by suicide attack on interior minister Second Sri Lankan journalist murder has “grave implications for journalist safety”: IFJ Jordanian Censorship bans Al Majed Weekly Leu Siew wins the 2006 Natali award PAKISTAN: Brutal Arrest of Journalists condemned COMBODIA: IFJ condemns arrests of three journalists NEPAL: Journalists support fight for press freedom in Pakistan EFJ supports Greek Journalists’ in Fight for Decent Social Security SLOVENIA: EFJ Calls on Prime Minister to Work with Journalists to Face Media Crisis PAKISTAN :- Freelance journalist released after being held by army for 70 d ays MONGOLIA: Newspaper editor's conviction for defamation of former Miss Mongolia upheld by appeals court AUSTRALIA: Threats to press freedom in 2006-2007 reflect "government bent on controlling information," says MEAA Russian photographer killed in Iraq blast PAKISTAN: Media Owners’ Solidarity As they Consider Industry Stoppage CAMEROON: 8 journalists and media workers sacked for organising strike "Shocking violation of journalists' rights rectified"; EFJ Welcomes Victory in Tillack Case NEPAL:Newspaper targeted by political party supporters; editor receives death threat; youth seize newspaper copies GEORGIA: IFJ Calls for "Safe Space" for Media after Two Georgian Journalists Killed in South Ossetia CHINA: IFJ Calls on Authorities to Respect Press Freedom in Xinjiang JORDAN Authorities ban newspaper edition over front-page story IPI names Mizzima News "Free Media Pioneer 2007" UN High Commissioner for Human Rights calls for end to impunity for crimes against journalists Europe-Asia News and Analysis Service launched ETHIOPIA: Editor of independent weekly jailed for publishing interview; other journalists questioned by police NEPAL: Journalist briefly detained, others threatened over reporting; FNJ concerned over increase in attacks on media WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 18 March 2010 SRI LANKA :- IFJ calls for urgent protection for human rights workers, journali sts TURKEY :- Three protesters arrested for holding an "illegal" banner TURKEY :- Journalists on trial for taking photographs of official NIGERIA :- Private radio station threatened over broadcasts WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 30 March 2010 EGYPT: Al-Jazeera journalist sentenced to prison for exposing torture YEMEN : - Authorities block live reports by Al-Jazeera, Al-Arabiya WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 17 March 2010 INTERNATIONAL :- Freedom House launches "30 Days of Press Freedom" INTERNATIONAL/AWARDS :- Mexican journalist Lydia Cacho named IPI Press Freedom Hero BELARUS :- Police experts given access to several journalists' e-mail and instant messaging accounts Thai media groups slam Red Shirts for intimidating journalists IFJ calls for release of imprisoned and kidnapped journalists on World Press Freedom Day BRAZIL: Police detain television crew in Belém, seize camera IFJ SPEAK: Press Freedom in Peril as Russia Expels Investigative Reporter FINLAND: Court Decision against Photojournalist Condemned FINLAND: Court Decision against Photojournalist Condemned WAN calls on governments to protect press freedom in face of anti-terrorism laws US Army cracks down on soldiers' blogs, launches YouTube site: Source Editor and Publisher Jordan defends censorship of weekly: Source Middle East Times IVORY COAST: Call for Release of French Journalist Detained in Ivory Coast Reporters Without Borders Launches Chinese-language version of its website Freedom of movement essential for freedom of the press, says IPI AZERBAIJAN/RUSSIA: 2 websites attacked by Russian hackers, allegedly to block flow of information on conflict in Georgia "Backsliders" report on the 10 countries where press freedom has most deteriorated Cuba releases dissident reporter - opposition NIGERIA: Journalist in coma after being beaten unconscious by Ondo state police More than 100 journalists killed worldwide in 2006 – UNESCO: Source Ria Novosti THE GAMBIA :- Military detains two newspaper journalists BANGLADESH :- Authorities stop opening of photo exhibit about extrajudicial executi ons COLOMBIA :- Murdered journalist had asked police for better protection: radio station owner GABON :- Newspaper editor and reporter summoned three times over libel s uit WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 06 April 2010 HONDURAS :- Judge rules that closure of media outlets did not violate free express ion PAKISTAN :- IFJ concerned by threats to Khuzdar journalists MOZAMBIQUE :- Prominent journalist receives death threats VENEZUELA : CPJ hails conviction in journalist's murder [Newsletter] Spanish Deputy Prime Minister Tells IFJ Leaders that Future of Journalism Vital for Democracy TURKEY :- "Express" journalist sentenced to fifteen months in jail, editor fi ned ZAMBIA :- Newspaper editor released after spending three days in prison AMERICAS :- In review of press freedom in the Americas, IAPA notes acute increase in violence KOREA: IFJ Condemns Political Interference in Media GEORGIA: Four Russian TV stations' broadcasts blocked by Georgian authorities NIGERIA: Managing director of state-owned newspaper dismissed for writing, publishing article disparaging president TUNISIA: Independent journalist Sihem Bensedrine again prevented from boarding flight to Europe CHINA: Internal police directives reveal elaborate strategy to manage foreign journalists FRANCE/SYRIA: 26 IFEX members appeal to French President Sarkozy to raise issue of jailed journalists and rights activists in Syria LIBERIA: Senator's brief seizure of journalist's equipment sparks debate on reporters' right to record informal discussions, arguments in Senate Slain Russian journalist awarded UN free press prize IFJ, Vintu Foundation Join Hands to Provide Humanitarian Aid to Victims of Violence in Journalism European Journalists Condemn Attacks on Media at May Day Demonstration in Turkey Zimbabwe papers lose battle to resume publication Journalist bailed in probe into police leaks IFJ calls for libel law reform in Philippines THAILAND :- Online journalist countersues in response to charges linked to lèse majesté cases Center for Media Freedom and Responsibility, Manila statement on Mike Arroyo's withdrawal of his libel suits against 46 journalists MEXICO: Statistics show freedom of expression under threat, says CENCOS Failure to punish the world's "predators of press freedom" one of the greatest threats to the media, says RSF TV office attacked in Pakistan: report THAILAND: Prime minister pressures media to "take the government's side" in coverage of escalating conflict IRAN: Arab journalist sentenced to five years in jail over 2005 critical coverage, free pending appeal TUNISIA: Human rights activist arrested after giving interview on Al Jazeera TV station NIGERIA: Two IFEX members, others condemn presidential veto of freedom of information bill, attacks on media MALDIVES: Charge against a journalist dropped, jail threat looms for another; "Minivan Daily" columnist questioned; "E-Sandhaanu" editor released Canadian Journalists for Free Expression E-Bulletin Vol. 7, #2; April/May 2007 PALESTINE: Journalists detained, some reportedly tortured, by rival political groups TURKEY: Another video-sharing website blocked by authorities; YouTube still inaccessible CHINA: RFA reporter of Tibetan ethnicity unable to obtain accreditation from IOC to cover Games ISRAEL: IFJ Condemns Report on Media Killing USSIA: IFJ Presses Moscow for Return of Bodies of Media Casualties to Their Families PHILIPPINES: Journalists investigating colleague's murder intimidated by disturbing messages sent to friends, family members THAILAND: Media groups on alert amid state of emergency in Bangkok MOZAMBIQUE: Three journalists convicted of threatening state security over article questioning prime minister's citizenship TURKEY: BIANET's quarterly report points to Penal Code article 301 as major barrier UZBEKISTAN: Journalist faces up to 20 years in prison as another dubious charge brought against him by authorities GEORGIA /RUSSIA: ARTICLE 19 concerned at reports of obstructions on free flow of information IRAQ: Unions Defy War to Reaffirm Campaign for Safety and Rights in Journalism GEORGIA: IFJ Demands End to Censorship and Warns of Information War ZIMBABWE: Court acquits satellite company of violating broadcasting law NIGER: Authorities urged to abandon "absurd war" against Moussa Kaka after court blocks provisional release EGYPT: Videotaping of two episodes of "Eye on Democracy" TV programme halted by authorities BRAZIL : - Four people convicted for killing journalist Carlos Barbo n Filho SINGAPORE :- Libel actions against media must stop, says RSF VENEZUELA :- Journalist convicted on retaliatory charges AFGHANISTAN :- Journalist and two publishers released SRI LANKA :- CRNI calls on government to account for missing cartoonist's whereabouts and physical condit ion COLOMBIA: Journalist-sociologist charged over article on powerful figures allegedly linked to paramilitary in Valledupar SYRIA: Website owner-manager arrested for articles criticising government BURMA: Comedian, sports columnist, other dissidents charged with violation of various media laws INDONESIA: Court upholds constitutionality of criminal defamation: "a serious blow to press freedom", says SEAPA ZIMBABWE: Female reporter who witnessed police violence released after several hours in detention SYRIA: Court rejects writer's request for release on completing three quarters of sentence MALAYSIA: Authorities ban political blog PALESTINE: Arbitrary detention of journalists continues as tensions between Hamas, Fatah increase SWAZILAND: Journalists censored ahead of press conference with King Mswati III SENEGAL: Police arrest nine men suspected of carrying out attacks on two privately-owned newspapers WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 13 April 2010 Inquest into deaths of "Balibo Five" points to high-level cover-up, former Australian PM to be summoned PHILIPPINES: Unesco DG condemns murder of radio broadcaster Martin Roxas TURKEY: Kliptube video-sharing website blocked; newspaper confiscated, Gundem website blocked for coverage of PKK CHINA (TIBET): Blocking of pro-Tibet and freedom of expression organisations' websites continues in Tibet despite accessibility in other regions Egyptian magistrate calls for banning of 29 blogs CHINA: Authorities continue to jam international radio stations during Olympic Games NIGER: Broadcaster's suspension may be related to sympathetic coverage of former PM and his supporters MEXICO: International mission finds "shocking culture of impunity" surrounding violence against journalists IFJ Condemns Latest Media Attack on Eve of Safety Crisis Meeting in Iraq Azerbaijan jails two more journalists in crackdown CHINA: Four journalists briefly detained by authorities while trying to cover bomb attacks VENEZUELA: Journalists manhandled in separate incidents by Colombian senator's bodyguards and sympathisers of political party AZERBAIJAN: 2 Journalists jailed for “inciting religious hatred” GUATEMALA: Journalists caught in crossfire NEPAL: Maoist minister slammed for defending atrocities against press WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 29 March 2010 WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 07 April 2010 MOLDOVA :- Independent journalist held incommunicado in breakaway Transdniester reg ion VENEZUELA :- Journalist detained for two years without trial BANGLADESH :- Newspaper editor granted bail in fraud case but kept in custody on separate charges ZAMBIA :- Newspaper editor receives heavy sentence BRAZIL :- IAPA asks President Inácio Lula da Silva to make crimes against journalists federal offences TURKEY :- Blockage of YouTube spreads to Google services HONG KONG (CHINA) :- The vice tightens: pressure grows on free expression, says HKJA CÔTE D'IVOIRE :- Prosecutor detains three journalists over sources AUSTRALIA: Political and media website banned from official budget for third year; police screening of federal press gallery journalists proposed VENEZUELA: RCTV journalists denied entry to government event; others expelled for recording minister's speech on kidnappings Kazakhstan takes Aliyev-linked TV station off air VENEZUELA: Former minister urges investigation of newspaper publisher over editorial alleging corruption GHANA: Guards prevent journalists from covering presidential visit to flooded region IFJ Calls for Government Action to Stop Abuse of Workers Rights by Media Group in DRC Killer of Dominican Republic Journalist Sent to Jail for 30 Years IFJ joins global campaign for independent Radio Television Hong Kong Nepal Journalists attacked for critical reporting End to Nepal 1 TV strike “win for employees” Iraqi Journalists and Media Issue New Appeal for Release of BBC Journalist Held in Gaza Jim Boumelha New President of IFJ EU court starts countdown to landmark Microsoft ruling Hamas TV targets children for jihad MALAYSIA: Following move to monitor Internet, information minister considers classifying bloggers TURKEY: Trial Against Publisher Ragip Zarakolu Ends with Acquittal NEPAL: Radio journalist, station threatened by militant group for not covering its activities UNITED STATES: FBI admits to spying on reporters in 2004; RSF urges full disclosure SOMALIA (PUNTLAND): Radio contributor shot during army raid THE GAMBIA: Newspaper publisher detained again, court grants him bail CHINA: Journalism impeded by surveillance of journalists, retaliation against Chinese sources; AP and Scandinavian journalists detained, harassed ISRAEL/PALESTINE: Palestinian soundman to be held for 6 months without charges or court appearance VIETNAM: Internet writer released, but allegedly forced into exile INDONESIA: Journalists present Constitutional Court with petition to decriminalise defamation offences AFGHANISTAN: Female Journalist's Slaying Highlights Plight Iraqi Journalists and Media Launch National Safety Strategy as Death Toll Climbs NEPAL: Journalist receives death threat from district land official for reporting on corruption PERU :- Journalist refuses to be silenced despite plot to kill him BANGLADESH: Journalist Tasneem Khalil arrested for criticising government NEPAL: Journalist briefly detained, others threatened over reporting; FNJ concerned over increase in attacks on media EGYPT: Issues Two newspapers confiscated by security agency following article on Lebanese singer's murder MALAYSIA: Blocking of news website apparently aimed at suppressing coverage of opposition politician's electoral victory USA: IFJ Condemns Police Targeting of Journalists at US Republican Party Convention COLOMBIA: Huila House of Representatives president arrested in connection with journalist's murder FIJI ISLANDS: Reporter threatened, questioned by police over allegedly "seditious" article SRI LANKA: Government minister organises protest against, calls for banning of, private TV station SRI LANKA: Government minister organises protest against, calls for banning of, private TV station CHINA: IFJ Condemns Security for Roughing Up Journalist Filming Protestors PHILIPPINES: Journalist declared "persona non grata" following publication of report, still affected by tag despite its withdrawal UNITED STATES: CBS subpoenaed to turn over unaired parts of interview with US soldier accused of killing 14 Iraqi civilians TURKEY :- Author and publisher each face seven-year prison sentences for "spreading propagan da" Mexico :- A Fourth Journalist Goes Missing in Michoacan State CI News: "UNESCO’s Quito Office launches website to celebrate World Press Freedom Day 2010" ISRAEL :- End detention of activist and stop gagging media, ARTICLE 19 urges KUWAIT :- Journalist goes on hunger strike to protest harassment by authorit ies Fourth journalist wounded while covering clashes between Thai soldiers and anti-government protesters THAILAND :- Safety issues raised as casualties among journalists covering Bangkok clashes increase PAKISTAN: Supreme Court issues guidelines tightly restricting media coverage of ongoing judicial crisis Movie on Daniel Pearl's murder to be released in June EUROPE: French channel in talks for presence on YouTube Europe YEMAN: Government bans news sent to mobile phones by SMS message SOMALIA :- Mogadishu media houses ordered to stop broadcasting music and songs FRANCE/SAUDI ARABIA: European satellite operator Eutelsat drops Saudi opposition TV station NIGERIA: American filmmaker, his translator arrested while making documentary on oil conflict; television journalist arrested by military NEPAL: Journalists attacked for critical reporting Article 19 Protests Against Sentencing of Azerbaijani Journalists Rafig Tagi and Samir Sadagatoglu Korea: journalists reject Roh's proposal for debate CHINA: Associated Press opens new China bureau VIETNAM: Authorities revoke press credentials of seven journalists ETHIOPIA: Government continues to deny three journalists publishing licenses BURMA: Renewed censoring of magazine's poems and articles provoke publication delay, financial losses ECUADOR: Journalist threatened with murder by supporters of local official YEMEN :- CPJ condemns assault on imprisoned editor CHINA :- China issues new wave of censorship orders SOUTH AFRICA :- BBC journalist expelled from South Africa press con ference THAILAND :- Media threatened from all sides of unfolding crisis CJFE International Press Freedom Award & Tara Singh Hayer Award FMM decries statement by Srilanka Government Minister Hemakumara Nanayakkara BELGIUM: Journalist apologizes over YouTube video of Sarkozy NIGER: Newspaper editor released on bail, charged with "divulging military secrets" PALESTINE: Journalists detained, some reportedly tortured, by rival political groups BOLIVIA: Journalists detained briefly, threatened by protesting miners AFGHANISTAN: Editor of independent news agency receives death threats IRAN: Two journalists held without charge MEXICO: Search of home of widow of critical magazine's founder appears to be aimed at intimidating colleagues, says RSF UNITED STATES: Several more journalists covering Republican Party Convention arrested, others released HONDURAS :- Canal 6 journalist receives death threats BURMA: "Flower News" journalist charged by police for reporting on murder case, faces possible prison term CAMBODIA :- Opposition editor freed, pledges to continue fight for press free dom INTERNATIONAL :- "Getting Away With Murder": CPJ's 2010 Impunity In dex PAKISTAN :- Taliban issue "final" warning to news media CALL FOR PAN ASIAN PARTNERSHIP TO BENEFIT FROM MEDIA BOOM MADAGASCAR :- Journalists jailed pending trial, radio station closed PAKISTAN: Journalists banned from North Waziristan ETHIOPIA: Two journalists released on bail but still face charges over published report SRI LANKA: Independent media outlets, journalists put at risk following accusations of having LTTE ties CALL FOR PAN ASIAN PARTNERSHIP TO BENEFIT FROM MEDIA BOOM WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 07 June 2010 CHINA :- RSF calls for immediate release of journalists, netizens jailed for referring to 1989 Tiananmen massacre SOMALIA :- Journalists detained in Somaliland CUBA :- Journalist begins hunger strike after being returned to prison Director-General condemns killing of Turkish journalist VENEZUELA :- Journalist receives threatening text message MOROCCO :- Editor sentenced to six months' imprisonment on spurious fraud charges WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 21 July 2010 WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 22 July 2010 IFJ Condemns Violence against Photojournalists by Israeli Military in West Bank New Thai Law Seeks to Control Online Expression UNITED KINGDOM: Court sentences whistleblower, reseacher to prison, gags media GHANA :- Journalist briefly detained, manages to escape SEAPA Alert :- Burmese authorities tighten censorship on Martyrs' Day SYRIA: Dissident journalist Michel Kilo sentenced to three years in jail NEPAL: Journalist receives death threats for not disclosing source Iranian-American academic jailed, forcefully interrogated, as part of government campaign to discredit critics Venezuelans rally for TV station: Source BBC News IFJ Condemns Police Raid and Intimidation of Russian Journalists EFJ Condemns Threats to Protection of Sources in France, Calls for European Action on issue ECUADOR: President calls for imprisonment of "La Hora" director over critical editorial Thomson, Reuters to forge global info leader PAKISTAN: Six journalists injured in airport attacks New Thai Law Seeking to Control Online Expression diluted RUSSIA: Hackers target political LiveJournal sites AUSTRALIA: MEAA welcomes new press freedom network, launch of Right to Know campaign in context of "marked erosion of free speech" NEPAL: HIMAL MAGAZINE REGRETS DHAKA AUTHORITIES' ACTION MEXICO: Following attacks, press no longer covers certain key issues; CPJ urges action at meeting with ambassador Russians rally against TV stations: Source AP/ABC News Pope condemns sex, violence in media: Source Reuters/ABC News VIETNAM: Sixth cyber-dissident jailed in worst crackdown since 2002 GOOGLE threatens to close German e-mail accounts VENEZUELA: Venezuelan opposition channel warns against closure CHINA: Government backs down on legislation to censor coverage of emergencies NEPAL: Radio Bajura journalist fired following cancellation of his programme under pressure from Maoists ZAMBIA: Politician threatens state-owned newspaper's journalists with firing USA: Three journalists manhandled, injured, arrested outside Republican Party convention MEXICO: Two TV Azteca journalists missing in Monterrey IRAN to vie with West by launching news channel Ecuador's President Correa threatens journalist with arrest Web site postpones publication of stories by Indian reporters Quest for the top in Internet ads: Source International Herald Tribune COLOMBIA: Journalists' telephone lines illegally tapped by national police; CPJ fears chilling effect NEPAL: Two journalists assaulted by armed group BANGLADESH: IFJ blasts Bangladesh authorities' censorship of Himal Southasian Google unifies search results SRI LANKA: CID questions leading Editor and investigative journalist, pressured to reveal sources, over articles on corporate scandal FRANCE: Les Echos and Tribune Journalists call for govt help KYRGYZSTAN: Journalist, two human rights defenders, private citizen facing criminal defamation charges over article about alleged interior ministry abuse European Journalists Urge Bulgaria to Charge Police Who Assaulted Photographer NEPAL: Alleged smuggler threatens radio journalist with torture for refusing to reveal source IFJ to Sudan: Release Two Journalists Held On Defamation Charges SRI LANKA: Jaffna-based freelance reporter receives death threat; journalists threatened in Hatton, Ampara and Uva THAILAND: Three community radio stations closed for broadcasting Thaksin interview 2007 Iraq Media Death Toll Hits 33; IFJ Calls for Urgent Safety Strategy LIBERIA: Print journalists barred from main Senate chambers MEXICO: Government shuts down community radio station in Oaxaca IRAQ/UNITED STATES: Two journalists taken into custody by American military; CPJ concerned by recent spike in detentions PHILIPPINES: Publisher arrested in 9-year-old libel case; conviction of another publisher confirmed AZERBAIJAN :- Norwegian filmmakers' footage, equipment confiscated by airport security guards SUDAN :- Newspaper journalist, editor face legal action over critical article PAKISTAN :- CORRECTION: Asad Qureshi remains in captivity, contrary to previous IPI statem ent Newspaper congress called off Safety issues raised as casualties among journalists covering Bangkok clashes increase WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 17 May 2010 CI News :- "Director-General condemns murder of journalist Sardasht Osman in northern Iraq" UNITED KINGDOM : Coalition government promises major reforms for freedom of expression and informat ion Pakistani senior journalist attacked, media feels heat IRAN :- "Newsweek"'s Bahari sentenced to 13 years in prison, 74 las hes WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 12 May 2010 PANAMA :- "La Prensa" convicted of libel, ordered to pay US$300,000 in dama ges EUROPE: Journalists Welcome Exclusion of Media Activities from Latest EU Regulation CAMBODIA: Journalist flees in fear after being targeted for abuse by PM Fifth Annual South Asia Press Freedom Report Launched INTERNATIONAL :- Freedom House reveals world's worst human rights a busers WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 08 June 2010 MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AFRICA :- Arab governments "All talk, no action" when it comes to free press, say participants at Arab Free Press Forum PAKISTAN: Journalist receives death threat CHINA: Journalist with news website boxun.com arrested BURMA: Two journalists working for Japanese TV arrested near Rangoon ECUADOR :- Three-year jail sentence against "El Universo" columnist lifted IFJ Condemns Jailing of Journalist in Turkey THE GAMBIA :- Authorities block access to online newspaper THAILAND :- Government extends state of emergency TURKEY :- Reporters released pending trial after nine months in detention WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 20 July 2010 WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 11 August 2010 WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 23 August 2010 WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 24 August 2010 SRI LANKA: Opposition leader wants editors summoned and questioned in Parliament over non-coverage of "vital" government statements TURKEY: Slain Turk Armenian writer's allies seek fair trial PAKISTAN: PEMRA directs Pak FM station to stop airing BBC news bulletins PAKISTAN: Ethnic political group allied with ruling party releases journalist "hit list" Sri Lanka: IFJ Denounces Assault On Tamil Journalist NEPAL: Working Journalists Face Attacks, Harassment SERBIA: IFJ Condemns Sacking of Journalists Defending Union Rights in Serbia NEPAL: Journalists Ill-treated IFJ Highlights Corruption, Incompetence and Lack of Political Will in Crisis of Killed Journalists AFGHANISTAN: Intelligence agencies hold magazine editor and website editor IFJ World Congress Backs Media Victims Support Committee ERITREA :- RSF launches petition for release of imprisoned journali sts INTERNATIONAL :- IFJ World Congress debates situation of journalists' rights in the face of growing antagonism between governments and media PAKISTAN :- Media organisations protest anti-media resolution passed by Punjab Assembly EUROPE AND CENTRAL ASIA/AWARDS :- Romanian journalist Adrian Mogos wins Award for Outstanding Merits in Investigative Journalism 2010 WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 16 July 2010 TONGA :- Media freedom threatened as elections loom ISRAEL: Freed journalist Johnston leaves Gaza for home NEPAL: Newspaper's publication blocked; journalist assaulted; another receives death threat Gorbachev launches new book by slain Russian journalist Three Pakistani journalists receive bullets threat Women in Media Focus as Journalists at IFJ World Congress Demand Gender Equality ALGIERS: Journalist jailed for spying for Israel - lawyers Freedom of press in PAKISTAN is irreversible: Najam Sethi PAKISTAN Govt may introduce ban on live TV coverage CANADA :- CJFE disappointed in outcome of publication bans case at Supreme Court VENEZUELA :- New censorship office created by Chavez threatens government critics, free flow of information WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 23 July 2010 CHINA/UNITED STATES: Microsoft research in China into "profiling" Internet users raises free expression concerns MALDIVES FLASH: Photographer released after nine days in prison PAKISTAN: SC judge concerned over media coverage of Chaudhry case Pakistan: IFJ supports “Black Day” protest Google limits data retention in compromise with EU CHINA :- Liu Xiaobo transferred to remote prison in Liaoning Province IRAN :- Ebadi collaborator arrested in Tehran UZBEKISTAN/KYRGYZSTAN :- TV stations shut down in Kyrgyzstan; prominent journalist held in Uzkbekistan VENEZUELA :- Columnist sentenced to prison for defamation CHAD :- Repressive print media bill rejected in parliamentary vote AFGHANISTAN: Suspect arrested in murder of young female TV presenter PAKISTAN PROTESTS: Amended ordinance empowers PEMRA to seal premises and seize equipment BERMUDA :- Media announce plans for self-regulatory council CHINA :- IFJ commends journalist threatened for report on floods PAKISTAN :- Indian film featuring Bin Laden look-alike banned CÔTE D'IVOIRE :- Prosecutor detains three journalists over sources WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 09 August 2010 INTERNATIONAL: Need for protection of freedom of the press in face of anti-terrorism measures - WAN ISRAEL :- Forty-eight hours after flotilla raid, some journalists are released but others remain in detention SPAIN :- WPFC applauds European Court ruling for Spanish journalist José Luis Gutiérrez ITALY :- Senate approves restrictive wiretap law PANAMA :- Government reportedly tries to expel Spanish journalist WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 15 July 2010 INTERNATIONAL: International Rugby Board trying to restrict media coverage of upcoming World Cup, warns IPI FRANCE: European court raps France for fining two investigative journalists SERBIA :- Adopted law on electronic communications a threat to freedom of expression, says IPI RUSSIA :- A year later, no prosecution in Estemirova murder CÔTE D'IVOIRE :- Media groups demand immediate release of detained journalists ISRAEL: Ministerial panel established to combat pirate radio broadcasts PAKISTAN: Govt warned against 'muzzling the media' WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 19 August 2010 PAKISTAN: HRW condemns amendments to Pemra laws IRAQ: Qaeda-linked group claims killing of Iraqi journalist WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 03 August 2010 IFJ Condemns Bleak Manifesto of Newspaper Publishers in Face of Crisis CUBA :- IPI's Cuban "Justice Denied" journalist Omar Rodriguez Saludes freed, lands in Madrid IRAN :- Many journalists and other prisoners of conscience still detained despite being seriously ill WAN-IFRA Executive News Service for 18 August 2010 PAKISTAN: Journalists barred from parliament GAZA: Hamas says kidnapped British journalist Alan Johnston will soon be free PALESTINE: Gaza militants use "TV" sign, draw reporters' anger SPAIN: First Arabic-subtitled TV programmes aired CHINA: Jailed reporter sues Yahoo over his imprisonment IRAN: 2 reporters jailed over banned rallies CHINA: Yahoo says Beijing likely blocking photo site SOMALIA: HornAfrik, Shabelle and Quran Karim radio stations allowed to resume broadcasting VENEZUELA: Editor accused of inciting Chávez's murder in survey; journalists accused of receiving CIA money PHILIPPINES: Court dismisses petition against media censorship; petitioners to appeal UZBEKISTAN: Charges against three Deutsche Welle correspondents dropped TRENDSPOTTING: Wikipedia remains go-to site for online news PAKISTAN: Government to withdraw draconian amendments to electronic media laws ETHIOPIA: Conviction of Journalists, Publishing Houses NEPAL: Editor receives death threat after exposing sex trade ALGERIA: Blogger charged with criminal defamation for criticising official CHINA bans Briton's sensitive non-profit monthly ISRAEL: IBA to fire 850 employees, 40% of its workforce LEBANON: Minister sues TV anchor over on-air gaffe USA: Citizen Journalism Site to Shut Down PAKISTAN: Musharraf wants media not to abuse freedom Ifra Executive News Digest July 13, 2007 IRAQ: Body of kidnapped Iraqi reporter found in Baghdad World Journalists Condemn Armed Raid on Offices of Palestinian Journalists’ Union in Gaza USA : Media Baron Black found guilty of criminal fraud GAZA: Hamas gives ultimatum to those holding BBC reporter NEPAL: Supreme Court summons three journalists SUDAN: Four journalists arrested while travelling to cover violently suppressed dam protest IRAQ: Two Journalists killed PHILIPPINES: Alleged murderer of journalists killed IFRA Executive News digest July 20, 2007 :: Dow Jones; Media General, McClatchy's profits fall and more PAKISTAN: Journalists barred entry into North Waziristan PAKISTAN: Militant cleric issues fatwa against fashion magazine staff, police file obscenity charges NEPAL: Journalists assaulted by demonstrators in Birtamod; FM station attacked, staff threatened NEPAL: Two journalists assaulted by police in Chitwan RUSSIA: Investigative reporter shot, wounded in Moscow PAKISTAN: Journalist murdered in Sindh; another reportedly abducted by intelligence agents in Baluchistan EUROPE: Stand Up for Journalism Says EFJ as Unions Prepare Action over Jobs and Media Quality PAKISTAN: IFEX members urge President Musharraf to address deteriorating free expression situation D R CONGO: CPJ calls for reopening of radio station closed for "bad French" CAMBODIA: Radio Free Asia journalist receives death threat after reporting on deforestation CANADA: Quebec journalist ordered to reveal sources PAKISTAN: IFJ urges court to defend BBC broadcasts CAMBODIA: Newspaper shutdown, journalist fired, and another threatened AZERBAIJAN: Opposition journalist arrested for bribery NEPAL: Maoists disrupt distribution of 2 dailies INTERNATIONAL: World Journalists Mark 100 Day Ordeal of BBC Reporter with New Appeal for Release SRI LANKA: Government blocks TamilNet.com, as minister advocates its demise INTERNATIONAL: Talks on global broadcast treaty fail PELESTINE: Video shows kidnapped BBC man wearing explosives belt SRI LANKA: Web references on Sri Lanka’s rotten criminal justice system and the need for reforms NEPAL: Forty-nine journalists sacked by government-owned media group MALI: Journalist Ibrahim Famakan Coulibaly assaulted by security forces for protesting teacher's imprisonment VENEZUELA: Court prohibits two newspapers in Bolívar from printing images showing blood AUSTRALIA: Journalists convicted of contempt of court for doing “nothing more than their jobs” UNITED STATES: Bakery employee charged with murder of Editor Chauncey Bailey SRI LANKA: Statement of the International Press Freedom and Freedom of Expression Mission RUSSIA: Website editor convicted in slander case TUNISIA: IFJ Calls for End to Trial of Journalist Who Criticised Lawyers Association ZAMBIA: Minister threatens to revoke radio station's license following interview with opposition leader LIBERIA: Sports journalist assaulted by football coach, threatened by team administrator, after exposing their salaries MEXICO: Supreme Court debates proceeding against Puebla governor for violating journalist Lydia Cacho's rights PALESTINE: Kidnappers threaten to kill journalist Alan Johnston if rescue attempted COLOMBIA: Journalist threatened, his equipment seized by armed men in Tolima COLOMBIA: Journalist threatened, his equipment seized by armed men in Tolima HUNGARY: Journalist badly beaten, hospitalised following threats over her reporting on corruption COLOMBIA: Newspaper editor, his family face death threats following articles on drug-trafficker's arrest LESOTHO: Journalist arrested on treason charges declares hunger strike pending trial IFJ Condemns “Obscene and Shocking” Video of Kidnapped BBC Reporter in Suicide Vest RUSSIA: Court rules seizure of media organisation's documents to be legal VENEZUELA: IFJ Backs Journalists' Protest over Restrictions on Press and Closure of RCTV TURKEY: WPFC concerned about journalist Arat Dink, who faces up to three years in prison; calls for reform to insult law US Web radio stations silently protest royalty hike Dow Jones deal would let Murdoch fire WSJ editors-NYT CHINA mine owner gets life over death of reporter UN rights expert calls for BBC journalist's release SRI LANKA: IFJ slams government plans to reintroduce criminal defamation laws MALI “Taking Huge Step Back” on Press Freedom as Editors Sent to Jail SOMALIA urged to Bring Those Responsible for Newspaper Firebombing to Justice EJC Media News headlines: July 05, 2007 SRI LANKA: IFJ urges government to acknowledge wider issues on press freedom PAKISTAN: IFJ calls for immediate safety measures for journalists after bloody confrontation THAILAND: Website promoting former primer minister blocked THE GAMBIA: Police detain Nigerian publisher again, search his house, confiscate his residency permit ISRAEL/PALESTINE: "Farcical" Israeli military report on cameraman's killing "likely to make life even more dangerous for journalists", fears IFJ ECUADOR: President stops giving press conferences, calls for "strong" laws to deal with "corrupt and mendacious" press BRITAIN: No case for official regulation of UK media -panel Ifra Executive News Service for Monday 09 July 2007 AFGHANISTAN: IFJ requests immediate release of journalist IFJ, WAZ Pledge to ‘Make Co-operation Work’ As Commission Backs Global Agreement INDIA: IFJ Deplores Intimidation Of Media In West Bengal’s Nandigram Area SRI LANKA: Photo-journalists denied access to Parliament PAKISTAN: Journalists and activists unite in protests PAKISTAN: Government meets Journalists' leaders to discuss media crisis NEPAL: Watchdog raps Maoists over media violence BAHRAIN: Activist arrested for writing political article, displaying banner MEXICO: Reporter tortured and threatened with death by Sinaloa police DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO: Journalist's health worsens while in "illegal" detention SRI LANKA: State-controlled newspaper publishes dangerous allegations against Sri Lanka Press Institute BANGLADESH: Human Rights Watch warns of danger to free expression, calls for repeal of new counterterrorism ordinance IFJ Welcomes “Huge Leap Forward” as Arab Journalists Open Media Monitoring Centre NEPAL: Journalist missing, reportedly abducted and killed by militant group MEXICO: Journalist receives death threats over embarrassing recording of aspiring PRI candidate in Puebla PAKISTAN: Expulsion of Reporters “Will Only Encourage Instability” IFJ Warns SENEGAL: Two sports journalists beaten by police PERU: Striking teachers threaten journalists in Huaraz, assault journalist in Lima, harass another in Andahuaylas SOUTH KOREA: Harassment campaign targets three main newspapers, seeks to influence editorial policies MALAYSIA: government measures seek to restrict media access to Parliament VENEZUELA: TV news crew prevented from covering transit system inspection UNITED KINGDOM : IPI Disappointed at High Court Decision Forcing Journalist Shiv Malik to Handover Confidential Source Material Ifra Executive News Digest, Thursday 12 July 2007 One journalist sentenced for allegedly defaming former justice minister, another on trial for allegedly defaming first lady SENGAL: IFJ Condemns Wave of Arrests of Journalists BURMA: Magazine editor forced by censorship board to resign following publication of poem about Depayin NEPAL: TV journalist receives anonymous death threats following coverage of corruption cases SENEGAL: Concern over increased physical attacks, threats against independent journalists in line of duty VENEZUELA: Newspaper's lawyer receives death threats; warning to stop commenting on recent murder of its vice-president BELARUS: International Organisations Call for Withdrawal of the Belarusian Draft Law on Mass Media MONTENEGRO: ARTICLE 19 concerned over lack of independence of proposed telecom regulator CANADA: Supreme Court's Decision in Defamation Case an "Important Victory for Free Expression" IFJ releases sixth annual South Asia Press Freedom Report SINGAPORE: Blogger now charged with "sedition"; judge hearing the case is in conflict of interest NEPAL: Continuing attacks on journalists in Nepal CUBA: Two imprisoned journalists go on hunger strike to protest their own and others' deteriorating health and treatment FRANCE: RSF notes its concern about threats to press freedom as Europe marks "Stand up for Journalism" day PAKISTAN: 27 IFEX members express concern about state of emergency measures against the media during political crisis UNESCO Director-General deplores death of Iraqi photographer and his driver Ifra Executive News Digest: 17 July 2007 AZERBAIJAN: Newspaper editor sentenced to two and a half years in prison for articles about police NEPAL: Journalists threatened with death by public employees in Siraha and Giaghat ETHIOPIA: Six journalists get jail terms ranging from 18 months to life SOMALIA: Murder and Intimidation as “Nightmare Year” for Journalists Continues PAKISTAN: Media stand firm against crackdown ECUADOR:Mining corporation employees threaten to burn down community radio station over coverage FIJI ISLANDS: Police prohibit broadcast of television programme, seize master tape CHINA: Hong Kong newspaper reporter turned back on arrival in Beijing SOMALIA (SOMALILAND): Reporter held by authorities, no reason given BRAZIL: Another newspaper fined for content relating to municipal elections NEPAL: Kantipur television station journalist assaulted, injured, over footage taken in 2006 ZIMBABWE:Constraints to freedom of expression highlighted in report of mission to Zimbabwe by team of African media experts NIGER: Editor of suspended newspaper questioned after attempting re-launch; newspapers refrain from printing rebel communiqués following warnings SRI LANKA: Regional officials threaten, assault broadcast journalist, forcibly seize his equipment Ifra Executive News Digest: 18 July 2007 Prachar Advertising bags Mankind Pharma media duties worth Rs 45 cr ECUADOR: Outspoken radio journalist killed following threats, previous murder attempt, in Guayaquil AZERBAIJAN: Newspaper reporter allegedly threatened with violence by energy official following critical report NEPAL: Journalist manhandled by transport officials at Lahan BOLIVIA: Two media outlets bombed ALGERIA/TUNISIA: OLPEC's secretary-general turned back at Algerian border DR CONGO: Call for Government Action for Workers Arbitrarily Dismissed by Media Group BURMA: South Korean journalist deported, her photographs confiscated, following visit to opposition party office KENYA: Despite arrest of suspect in photojournalist's murder, questions about the killing remain unanswered EU backs Nokia-led mobile TV standard; Music file-sharers get boost in top EU court; Media activists concerned over new Thai cyber law; Southern Sudan invites Diaspora to invest in FM radio production; CCTV5 to become Olympic channel in 2008 PAKISTAN: PEMRA Threatens Ban on Live Election Coverage IFJ SPEAK: Kenya Government Must Lift Ban on Media Immediately BURMA: Magazine journalist covering plight of cyclone victims held ARGENTINA: Radio station's closure highlights need to replace radio broadcast law PERU: Journalist told of soldier's plan for vengeance, asks for protection BAHRAIN: Several websites blocked by information ministry on pretext of sectarian religious tensions IRAN: Warrant issued for arrest of opposition daily's editor following criticism of President Ahmadinejad CHINA: One "Boxun News" journalist sentenced to four years' imprisonment; other given suspended sentence FRANCE: President's proposal on appointment of public television president "threatens independence of public service broadcasting" PERU: Japanese newspaper Correspondent getss death threats; news crew assaulted by football player's bodyguards ISRAEL/PALESTINE: Palestinian journalist assaulted, injured; film editor held without charge; three other journalists arrested, released by Israeli police ZIMBABWE: Seven journalists detained overnight and released without charge AFGHANISTAN: IFJ welcomes release of journalist SRI LANKA: Media body slams army chief's slur against journalists IFJ SPEAK: Investigate Death of Radio Director in Niger ROMANIA: EFJ Condemns Romanian Law Calling for Good/Bad News "Equality" SRI LANKA: IFJ welcomes compensation for journalist PAKISTAN: Political parties urged to sign for free media PAKISTAN: Journalists arrested following Bhutto assassination SRI LANKA: Army Commander Denounces Journalists as Traitors SRI LANKA: IFJ concerned by journalist's assault NEPAL: Journalist attacked by security personnel after being invited to police base camp NEPAL: Police officer threatens to kill journalist who exposed corruption MEXICO: Over 50 editors, publishers call for government legislation to combat violence against journalists PAKISTAN:Four journalists threatened by Taliban in South Waziristan tribal area GHANA:Publisher of pro-government newspaper receives death threats SRI LANKA: Media organisations launch dialogue with political parties; ministerial subcommittee to investigate their safety concerns AZERBAIJAN:Imprisoned journalist Sakit Zahidov denied access to medication, his legal appeals ripped up by prison authorities VENEZUELA: Suspected murderer of journalist captured THE GAMBIA: Managing director granted bail, his passport confiscated PHILIPPINES:Judge dismisses case filed by media organisations protesting treatment of journalists during Peninsula Hotel incident KUWAIT: Upsurge in court cases against journalists despite decriminalisation of press offences MOROCCO: Two reporters, officer detained on al Qaeda plot 'leak' BURMA: Journalists forbidden to refer to situation in Zimbabwe IRAN: Parliament passes bill that would extend death penalty to include online crimes; court re-imposes death penalty on journalist USA: Dow Jones director Holtzbrinck resigns; Wall Street Journal Newsroom uneasy over prospect of Murdoch-run WSJ USA: Media Baron Conrad Black to remain free on USD21 mn bail bond YEAR ROUNDUP: 86 journalists killed in 2007 - up 244% over five years SRI LANKA: Sack Minister for Assault on Media Personnel IFJ SPEAK: Kenya Government Must Lift Ban on Media Immediately CHAD: IFJ Calls for Authorities to End Media Repression AFGHANISTAN: IFJ Condemns death sentence to Journalist Sayed Parvez Kambakhsh for blasphemy PAKISTAN: 'Political authorities arrest journalists freed by Taliban' EFJ Welcomes European Court Victory Over Greek Defamation Case PHILIPPINES: IFJ Welcomes Arrests of Murder Suspects NEPAL: Radio Attack Renews Concern for Safety of Journalists in Nepal ETHIOPIA: Four journalists convicted of treason pardoned and freed IFJ Backs United States Film and Television Writers Strike – “A struggle in which All Creators Have a Stake” LIBERIA: IFJ Supports Journalists Sued for Libel by Media Executive CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIIC: IFJ Urges Prosecutor Drop Criminal Defamation Case against Journalist PAKISTAN: IFJ Mission Report calls for Revocation of Media Ordinances SRI LANKA: IFJ Asia-Pacific Regional Meeting Adresses Joint Statement to President and Government IFJ SPAEK: Beijing Must Serious Commitment to Journalists’ Rights SRI LANKA: Jailed journalist loses appeal for transfer, denied bail BURMA: Government department to sue journal for criticising tourism efforts NEPAL: Right to information bill passed into law ZAMBIA: Police prohibit radio station from covering demonstration TANZANIA: IFJ Calls for “Thorough Investigation” of Assault of Two Journalists IRAN: IFJ Urges Government to Overturn Death Sentence against Journalist BURMA: Octagenerian Journalist U Win Tin's health deteriorating after 19 years in jail, denied promised early release SOUTH AFRICA: Court gags media from publishing details of alleged corruption and abuse at public broadcaster WORLD MEDIA SNIPPETS from National Association of Television Program Executives US IN DOCK: Release of Al Jazeera Cameraman held Without Trial in Guantanamo demanded UNITED KINGDOM: PCC rejects 'gangster' complaint IFJ ASIA-PACIFIC SPEAK: Joint Statement for President and Government of Afghanistan MEDIA UNITY: Journalists’ Leaders Launch IFJ Asia-Pacific NEPAL: Maoist-affiliated union disrupting distribution of two dailies ALGERIA: IFJ Condemns Detention of Journalist over Libel Charge PAKISTAN: Journalists Join Global Protest to Defend Press Freedom INDIA: Journalists demonstrate before High Commission against curbs on Pak press EGYPT: Journalist to be questioned by military intelligence over book on economic mismanagement and corruption BURMA: Journalists forbidden to refer to situation in Zimbabwe NIGER: Government closes Niamey's Press House MEDIA NEWS LINKS: Ifra Executive News Digest July 23, 2007 CONFERENCE: Media, Communication, Information: Celebrating 50 Years of Theories and Practices BOTSWANA: Controversial media practitioners' bill announced RUSSIA accuses US journal of censorship; INDONESIA court decision free expression laws welcomed by HRW BBC to establish Editorial Standards Board; NEPAL online journalists to get press pass; ISRAEL Minister approves program to eliminate pirate radio NEPAL: Freedom of information bill is overshadowed by news of threatened journalist PHILIPPINES: New anti-terror laws threaten press freedom AFGHANISTAN: "Kidnapped' German reporter released: Governor Ifra Executive Media News Digest: 25 July 2007 UNESCO helps develop educational broadcasting in Afghanistan; EU aims to expand access to radio spectrum PHILIPPINES: IFJ condemns shooting of journalist SRI LANKA: Restrictions placed on NGOs in military-controlled areas; foreshadows more limitations on right to information and expression of opinion, says FMM IRAQ/UNITED STATES: IFJ renews call for US authorities to end "massive injustice" over detained Iraqi photographer ESPN, Sportvision roll out new graphic for NASCAR; ABC exec, NBC at odds over Reilly's ouster and more NATPE DailyLead media story links Ifra Executive News Digest July 27, 2007: Washington Post; Northern Echo; MEN's free edition; Reuters deal UK: IFJ Backs Walk-out by UK Journalists in Battle for Quality and Jobs PHILLIPINES: Indian Journalist P Sainath wins Magsaysay award PAKISTAN: PTV journalist receiving death threats from Lal Masjid's followers RUSSIA: Concern as Putin signs new law against extremism COLOMBIA: Journalist and his family receive death threat in Antioquia IRAN: Two Kurdish journalists sentenced to death EJC Media News headlines August 02, 2007: Venezuelan court rules to keeps anti-Chavez channel on cable; Media group Planeta buys Colombian newspaper; Hamas bans Palestinian TV from Gaza .. and more NEPAL: 6 of 45 sacked journalists reinstated; FNJ meets information minister, demanding reinstatement of all MEXICO: Attorney General endorses self-censorship by media in context of increasing danger; CENCOS urges government action SRI LANKA: Student magazine editor gunned down at his home in Jaffna UNITED KINGDOM: London appeal court quashes judge's gagging order in Blair-Bush memo case IRAN: Death sentence against Iranian Kurdish journalist Adnan Hassanpour confirmed PERU: Two radio stations incite protesting peasants to attack journalist over coverage * Radio journalist beaten in Chiclayo SOMALIA: 25 Journalists receive safety training AFGHANISTAN: Afghan National Charter for Media and Democracy endorsed MOROCCO: International Campaign over Assault on Press Freedom KAZAKHSTAN: Another journalist killed in road accident - seventh since 2002 SOUTH AFRICA: Call for Investigation into Shooting of Journalist AFGHANISTAN: IFJ condemns abduction of Kabul reporter Kamran Mir Hazar Russian Actions Erode Press Freedom, Echo Soviet Era: WAN Ifra Executive World Media News Digest for August 10, 2007 SERBIA: Editor of radio-television station in Bela Crkva receives death threats SOMALIA: IFJ Condemns “Savage Killings” as Wave of Attacks Claim Media Victims NATPE News: NBC Universal eyes Oxygen acquisition; HBO drinks up vampire thriller; TNT drama may put ads within new show; IAG: Most-liked, best-remembered new TV commercials; HDNet tests Ultra HD Video on Demand ... and more PAKISTAN: Plea for release of journalist Munir Mengal, just out of 16 months’ military detention SENEGAL: Newsroom records threat to journalist made by minister COLOMBIA: IFJ Calls for Government to Protect Journalists over Guerrilla Group’s Threats PORTUGAL: EFJ Welcomes President’s Veto of Law Threatening Journalists’ Rights ERITREA: State media journalist goes missing-RSF Indian American scribe PRAKASH M. SWAMY to adjudge emmies CHINA: Journalist sentenced to one year in jail for faking report NEPAL: Maoists disrupt publication, threaten journalist SOMALIA: Radio Mogadishu journalist wounded in gunfire attack following wave of political killings WORLD: Outsourcing News Journalism Will Damage Quality and Further Harm Failing Newspapers says IFJ NEPAL: Kathmandu FM station goes off air COLOMBIA: Government imposes prior censorship on community radio stations' electoral coverage PHILIPPINES: Defamation charges smother media’s freedom of speech in the Philippines IFRA Executive Media News links August 14, 2007 NEW ZEALAND: New Zealand Herald outsourcing draws journalists fire UNESCO Director-General condemns attacks on the press in Somalia Top Media Stories: US Spectrum Auction May Benefit Single Firm; Yahoo Beats out Google in Customer Satisfaction Survey; Half of Web time spent viewing content; Yahoo President Buys Company Shares; Google Pulls Plug on Online Video Sales, Rentals FRANCE: Italian journalist dies after Paris mugging IRAN says 3 detained journalists published "lies" CHINA: Crackdown on bogus journalists KAZAKHSTAN: Press freedom violations mar bid to hold democratic elections UNITED STATES: New threat to confidentiality in judge's decision ordering five journalists to disclose sources of reports on anthrax attacks NEPAL: IPI Criticises Disruption of Newspapers MALAYSIA: Newspaper terminates critical columns, reducing plurality in mainstream media GUINEA-BISSAU: Call for Concrete Actions for Security of Journalists Covering Drug Trafficking RUSSIA: BBC World Service removed from FM radio station; government pressure suspected CUBA: State media journalists obliged to use only government portal to go online IFRA Executive News links: Onward march of citizen journalism; Is local news doomed? Where Can Newsroom Editors Turn For International Grassroots Reporting? Italy: Fiat (La Stampa) interested in Metro ... ... and more ISRAEL: Golan Heights-based reporter held for past three weeks; media banned from covering the case SRI LANKA: Attacks against journalists signal choking press freedom says IFJ Nepal: All political parties must support media reform and journalist safety urges IFJ CHINA: A taste of the Mao era for China newspapers readers SRI LANKA: Jaffna a top danger spot for media-report BANGLADESH: Government authorities target media PARAGUAY: IFJ Condemns Brutal Killing of Journalist PAKISTAN: Media watchdog condemns attack on journalist West Africa Journalist Association Worried About the Persecutions of Journalists RUSSIA: Politkovskaya, Klebnikov murders linked says prosecutor; 10 people arrested SRI LANKA: Defence journalist in danger after exposing government corruption CAMEROON: Publisher of weekly newspaper sentenced to jail in absentia IFJ Salutes Ground-breaking Deal to End Scandal of Low Pay in Swedish Journalism CÔTE D’IVOIRE: IFJ Condemns Ransacking of Private Newspaper by Students BURMA: Government warns against reportage on commodity prices; newsrooms tense amidst continuing crackdown; photojournalist arrested SLOVENIA: Government allegedly influencing media through business relationships; journalists pressured over critical articles YEMAN: IFJ Condemns Latest Attack on Journalist NIGER: Government bans live broadcasts on Tuareg rebellion THAILAND: Google reportedly agrees to filter YouTube website UZBEKISTAN : National holiday reminder about severe repression of media BANGLADESH: Privately-run television station suspended RUSSIA: Newspaper accused by authorities of "extremism" over article on ethnic tensions in Republic of Yakutia DR CONGO: IFJ Calls on authorities to Release Detained Journalist PAKISTAN: Prime Minister causes uproar NEPAL: Escalating violence against journalists: kidnapping, assaults, theft ZAMBIA: Official warns journalists with state-owned newspapers against criticising government AUSTRALIA: Arab-editor given urgent visa for literary festival POLAND: Leading daily to sue PM for libel CHINA: New York Times reporter expected to be freed soon ARGENTINA: Radio reporter wounded while covering social protest CHINA: Government frees New York Times journalist CHINA: Journalist Li Yuanlong completes jail sentence, released from prison MOROCCO: Al-Jazeera bureau chief fined for "disseminating false information" MOROCCO: Al-Jazeera bureau chief fined for "disseminating false information" PERU: Journalist receives death threat in Huancabamba UNITED STATES:PEN American Center and other leading human rights organisations file lawsuit challenging new surveillance law TUNISIA: IFEX-TMG raises question of freedom of expression violations with French president BOTSWANA: Plan to register mobile phone subscribers may be used to intimidate media sources - MISA PELESTINE: IFJ Condemns Torture of Journalists by Political Rivals UNITED STATES: Year after journalist Chauncey Bailey's murder, impunity prevails SENEGAL: President, high officials make pro-censorship comments, justify attacks on journalists CHINA: Hong Kong journalists prevented from filming, fear for safety following warning by police AFGHANISTAN: Outspoken TV host freed, charged with insulting government officials MEXICO: Legislative Power Breaches the Constitutional Provision on Transparency, Access to Information TURKEY: Antenna-TR's website hacked by group claiming to "defend the Turkish Republic" MOLDOVA: Denial of accreditation to foreign journalists "an attempt by government to restrict access to information," says IJC Nepal: threats against journalists must end, says UN rights office CHINA: IOC agreement to government's Internet censorship "sad, bewildering", says CPJ CHINA: Reporters denied entry to village, heightened security impact press freedom MOROCCO: Journalist Mostapha Hurmatallah released on completing his prison sentence COLOMBIA: IAPA calls for action on unpunished murder of radio commentator Gustavo Ruíz Cantillo AFGHANISTAN: Outspoken TV programme host arrested on government's orders MEXICO: Legislative Power Breaches the Constitutional Provision on Transparency, Access to Information ZIMBABWE: Northern Irish photojournalist found dead under unknown circumstances PALESTINE: Cameraman arrested by Hamas possibly for alleged links to Fatah, equipment confiscated BOLIVIA: Pro-government Activist placed under house arrest for threatening journalists BRAZIL: Photographers threatened by armed men while covering political campaign in Rio de Janeiro CHILE: Community radio station considers investigation attempt an intimidation tactic NIGER: Newspaper editor held incommunicado IRAN: Kurdish freelancer arrested 2 days after show of solidarity with 2 detained journalists IFJ China must Grant Journalists Free Internet Access: "Censorship Has No Place at the Olympics" SERBIA: New Internet regulation "serious threat to free expression" BURMA: Authorities suppress magazine story about critical editor BURMA: 2 news websites run by journalists in exile under attack; junta suspected BURMA: 2 news websites run by journalists in exile under attack; junta suspected COMMENT LINE: IFJ Denounces EBU-IOC Agreement Restricting Radio Broadcasts on the Web ZIMBABWE: IFJ Calls for Inquiry and International Action over Death of Journalist INDONESIA: ARTICLE 19 Gives Expert Evidence to Court VIETNAM: Authorities extend detention of two reporters; RSF condemns sentence on freelance journalist NEPAL: Journalist assaulted by protestors in Kathmandu; district committee prohibits distribution of two newspapers, copies burned in Parsa SRI LANKA: FMM concerned over army commander's justification of recent attacks against journalists CAMBODIA: Military police officer assaults a journalist for reporting on his corruption in Sihanoukville CHINA: IOC agreement to government's Internet censorship "sad, bewildering", says CPJ CHINA: Hong Kong journalists harassed, photographer detained, while covering arguments over sale of Olympic tickets CANADA: Constable impersonates journalist PANAMA: Columnist barred from leaving the country, ordered to stand trial on criminal defamation charges SERBIA: IFJ, EFJ Condemn Attacks on Journalists in Belgrade; Demand Protection for Media TANZANIA: Official defends recent raid on radical weekly harassed by government for over a year CUBA: Imprisoned journalist on hunger strike, CPJ concerned for his health IRAQ: IFJ Welcomes Journalists Commitment to Democracy and Unity IRAQ/USA: Reuters cameraman held by US military on security grounds ZIMBABWE: Two journalists convicted of publishing "false story" ZIMBABWE: Globecast Satellite trial ends, South African company acquitted AZERBAIJAN: On anniversary of journalist's arrest, IRFS reiterates concerns about investigation and process NIGER: Prosecutor appeals against judge's decision to drop charges against detained journalist UNITED KINGDOM: Excessive Constraints on Freedom of Expression UN Human Rights Committee Concludes SOUTH KOREA: Government orders documentary filmmaker home from Iraq; CPJ condemns "onerous" travel restrictions on journalists NEPAL: Nepali-language journalists, media outlets threatened by Terai region-based rebel group CHINA: IOC urged to take action in wake of new abuses of foreign journalists, including incidents at Olympic Stadium, Korla, Kuqa, Yining and Kashgar THE GAMBIA: Journalist Fatou Jaw Manneh pleads not guilty, faces 6-year jail term in sedition case FIJI ISLANDS: Second journalist arrested BURMA: Chief censor attempts to resign amid disagreements with information ministry, further media crackdown feared |
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