End Impunity for crimes against journalists
Ahead of the 10th anniversary of the International UN day, the NUJ backs calls for urgent action to ensure all perpetrators of crimes against journalists are brought to justice.
Afghanistan: multiple journalists arrested by Taliban intelligence
The targeting of media workers including through arbitrary arrests continues under Taliban rule.
Afghanistan: Taliban suspends 14 media outlets
As the third anniversary of the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan approaches on August 15, the country’s media continues to face severe challenges.
Pakistan: Prominent exiled Afghan journalist shot in Islamabad
Calls for investigation following shooting of Afghan journalist in Pakistan
120 journalists killed in 2023
The International Federation of Journalists’ annual list of journalists killed records the highest number of deaths in recent years.
UK Displaced Journalists Initiative
A new recruitment scheme for UK and Irish companies to bring skilled Afghan journalists to safety
Afghanistan: Taliban officials release nine journalists
NUJ welcomes action but calls for the release of all journalists wrongly imprisoned in the country.
Afghanistan: oppressive Taliban regime remains two years after takeover
The Taliban’s continued targeting of journalists has had a damning impact on press freedom in the country.
Afghanistan: broadcaster’s station raided and closed by the Taliban
NUJ condemns closure of radio station by Taliban officials after mixed-gender journalism training course.
Afghanistan: abducted journalist released by Taliban
An increase in arbitrary arrests and intimidation of journalists under Taliban rule has been condemned by the NUJ and the International Federation of Journalists.