IFJ- International Federation of Journalists
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The IFJ is the global voice of journalists and represents 600,000 journalists (in 190 affiliates) in 146 countries. IFJ General Secretary: @abellanger.bsky.social
#UK: Google's separate AI deals with newsrooms risk undermining the possibility of collective bargaining to protect all newsrooms as traffic falls. Read more ⤵️
The prisoner's dilemma: Why UK publishers are signing Google AI deals
Google AI deals being offered to UK offer short-term cash and some traffic but are they being struck at the expense of the news industry future?
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#Türkiye: On 4 August, journalist Can Bursalı was placed under judicial control as a result of an investigation into his news reports and social media posts. Stop harassing journalists through judicial intimidation. Journalism is not a crime.
Gazeteci Can Bursalı hakkında adli kontrol kararı
Gazete Pencere muhabiri Can Bursalı, yaptığı haber ve sosyal medya paylaşımları üzerine hakkında başlatılan soruşturma kapsamında İstanbul Cumhuriyet Başsavcılığı’nda ifade verdi.
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#Greece: Victory! 📢 “The new legislative framework protecting Greek journalists against SLAPPs constitutes a significant step forward for press freedom, investigative journalism and the public's right to information" 👏 @JUADN1 www.ifj.org/media-centre...
Greece: Major victory for press freedom as anti-SLAPP legislation is passed / IFJ
The Greek Parliament adopted on 31 July 2026 a bill introducing formal legal safeguards against Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPS). The International and European Federations of ...
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#Mali: Journalist Chahana Takiou was sentenced to one year in prison under the cybercrime law for criticising the judicial system. We condemn this heavy-handed sentence, which has become a systematic tactic used by the military junta to silence journalists. We demand Takiou's release.
Mali: Journalist sentenced to prison under cybercrime law / IFJ
On 3 August, Chahana Takiou, a Malian journalist and publishing director of the 22 Septembre newspaper, was sentenced to one year in prison under the country’s cybercrime law. He was accused of “under...
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#CzechRepublic: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs prevented journalist Zdislava Pokorná (@denikn.cz) from attending a press conference. We join condemn this discriminatory action, which hinders journalistic work and contributes to a broader climate of distrust and hostility towards the media.
Czech Republic: Ministry of Foreign Affairs excludes journalist from press conference / IFJ
On 31 July, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs prevented Zdislava Pokorná, a journalist working for the independent daily newspaper Deník N, from attending a press conference. The ministry claimed that t...
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#Georgia: On 3 August, the Facebook page of the investigative outlet Studio Monitor was removed. A week prior, their YouTube channel was removed but reinstated after an appeal. Silencing independent media obstructs the public's right to information!
Facebook page of Georgian investigative outlet Studio Monitor removed
Georgian investigative outlet Studio Monitor’s Facebook page was removed on Monday.
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#Tunisie: Dans un nouveau rapport, SNJT dénonce la détérioration sans précédent de la liberté de la presse et d’expression dans le pays. Nous nous joignons à notre affilié pour demander la mise en œuvre effective des lois sur la liberté de la presse. www.ifj.org/media-centre...
Tunisie: Détérioration sans précédent de la liberté de la presse et d’expression / IFJ
Le 31 juillet, le Syndicat national des journalistes tunisiens (SNJT), affilié à la Fédération internationale des journalistes (FIJ), a publié un rapport d'activité couvrant la période janvier 2025 - ...
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#AI🤖: We want to hear from you! Take part in our survey to find out what #AI means for journalists. ➡️ www.surveymonkey.com/r/QLFTVC9
IFJ- International Federation of Journalists@ifjglobal.bsky.social · 4w ago#AI🤖: The use of AI chatbots for news consumption is growing. But what impact does AI have on the newsroom? We want to hear from journalists, media workers and union representatives! 📢 Take part in our survey: surveymonkey.com/r/QLFTVC9 @eui-media-freedom.bsky.social
#USA: On 1 August, the @nytimes.com disclosed that one of its freelance reporters had been subpoenaed over a story in February, and had been fighting it ever since. We condemn this intimidation as part of the government's ongoing attacks on journalists.
Justice Dept. Subpoenas Times Freelancer in Effort to Identify Sources
A previously undisclosed subpoena, involving reporting on a failed SEAL Team 6 mission in North Korea, reflects the government’s expanding campaign to investigate leaks of secrets.
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#Philippines: Vice President Sara Duterte called out the country's media and praised social media as a platform for truth. We stand with our affiliate, the NUJP, in rejecting attacks on independent media that are intended to delegitimise it.
VP Sara Duterte´s criticism of Philippine media straight out of dictator´s playbook | National Union of Journalists of the Philippines
The National Union of Journalists in the Philippines takes offense at Vice President Sara Duterte´s criticism of Philippine journalism as falling short of international standards and her endorsement o...
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The @ifjglobal.bsky.social and @europeanjournalists.org condemn the sentencing to 12 years of a jounalist in Russia Pointing out the repressive climate in the country #journalismisnotacrime
Russia: Journalist sentenced to 12 years in prison / IFJ
On 29 July, the Moscow City Court sentenced Russian journalist Daria Shipacheva to 12 years in prison on charges of “treason”. The International and European Federations of Journalists (IFJ-EFJ) stron...
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#España: El ministro del Interior debe investigar la agresión policial al fotoperiodista Xavier Hurtado mientras cubría una protesta contra la masificación turística en Palma. Atacar a un periodista es atacar el derecho a la información. @europeanjournalists.org
La FeSP exige al ministro del Interior que se investigue la violencia policial en Palma y se diriman responsabilidades - FeSP - Federación de Sindicatos de Periodistas
El secretario general de la Federación, Agustín Yanel, denuncia «una grave vulneración del derecho a la información, reconocido en la Constitución». El secretario general de la Federación de Sindicato...
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#Afghanistan: Good news! On 23 July, a journalist who had been held in prison by the Taliban for a year was released. All journalists and media workers detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan must be released. Journalism is not a crime!
Local Journalist Released After One Year of ‘Unlawful’ Taliban Detention, Watchdog Says
The Taliban released local journalist Bashir Hatif last week after he completed a one-year prison term for alleged propaganda against the group, the Afghanistan Journalists Center (AFJC) said on Wedne...
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#Russia: On 29 July, the Moscow City Court sentenced Russian journalist Daria Shipacheva to 12 years in prison on charges of “treason”. We strongly condemn the imprisonment of Shipacheva and demand her immediate release. @europeanjournalists.org
Russia: Journalist sentenced to 12 years in prison / IFJ
On 29 July, the Moscow City Court sentenced Russian journalist Daria Shipacheva to 12 years in prison on charges of “treason”. The International and European Federations of Journalists (IFJ-EFJ) stron...
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#USA: On 30 July, ABC warned that the FCC's early licence reviews and threats to revoke them constitute an intimidation campaign against broadcasters not in line with the Trump administration. Press freedom cannot be restricted through intimidation.
ABC says FCC seeks to intimidate network over news coverage
Walt Disney-owned ABC said on Thursday that the Federal Communications Commission's threat to revoke the network's broadcast licenses is part of an unprecedented campaign of intimidation over broadc...
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Serbia: Editor-in-chief Marija Popović Targeted with Online Threats Find out more 👉 go.coe.int/85N2m Alert submitted by @europeanjournalists.org @ifjglobal.bsky.social & RSF #EuropeForFreeMedia Photo: Tanja Drobnjak/ANEM
#Yemen: A journalist has received death threats for reporting on airstrikes targeting Houthi-controlled sites. We join our affiliate, the YJS, in condemning these threats. We urge the authorities to implement immediate protection measures.
Yemen: Journalist faces death threats over reporting / IFJ
Mahmoud Al-Hamidi, a journalist working for Al Arabiya news channel, received death threats for his reporting on airstrikes that targeted areas under the control of the Houthis. The International Fede...
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#Paraguay: En un acto en el que participó el Sindicato de Periodistas del Paraguay, el Estado pidió disculpas por su responsabilidad en el asesinato del periodista Santiago Leguizamón. Valoramos este gesto, pero se debe esclarecer el caso y garantizar la no repetición. @fipamericalatina.bsky.social
Paraguay: el Estado pidió disculpas por su responsabilidad en el asesinato del periodista Santiago Leguizamón / IFJ
El Estado paraguayo reconoció públicamente su responsabilidad en el caso del periodista Santiago Leguizamón y pidió disculpas a su familia y a la sociedad. La Federación Internacional de Periodistas (...
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#Algeria: French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes has been imprisoned in Alegria since 2024. He was sentenced to seven years in jail for publishing an article that was deemed to be an "apology for terrorism". We demand his immediate release. #FreeChristopheGleizes
Zinédine Zidane espère que le journaliste Christophe Gleizes, emprisonné en Algérie, « puisse rentrer chez lui »
Interrogé lors de sa présentation comme nouveau sélectionneur des Bleus, Zinédine Zidane a apporté son soutien au journaliste sportif français emprisonné en Algérie depuis 2024 et condamné à sept ans ...
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#Albania: We, alongside the co-signatories of this appeal, condemn the escalation of brutal repression against journalists and civil society in Albania. The international community must increase pressure on the Albanian authorities. @europeanjournalists.org
Albania: Cumulative pressure on media freedom and civic space demands urgent action / IFJ
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) joins the 10 co-signatories of this appeal in condemning the escalation of brutal repression against journalists and civil society in Albania. The joi...
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Serbia: Sportklub Journalist Nikola Stamenić Threatened with Death Online Find out more 👉 go.coe.int/pGXuW Alert submitted by @europeanjournalists.org & @ifjglobal.bsky.social #EuropeForFreeMedia Photo: Sportklub
#UK: We stand in solidarity with journalists at Daily Record and NUJ Scotland. No journalist should face harassment as part of their job. @nujofficial.bsky.social
Scotland's Daily Record targeted by fascist-styled protesters at office
NUJ has seen "increasing amount of abuse and threats" towards journalists in Scotland in recent weeks.
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📰 "I believe the future of journalism depends on our ability to create a new, stronger era of storytelling," writes Cristina Silva, Managing Editor at the Boston Globe. Read more ⤵️ @poynterinstitute.bsky.social
Should journalists give up on traditional job paths? Maybe. - Poynter
The old newsroom career ladder may no longer be the best path to a career in journalism. But the profession’s core values still matter.
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#Spain: Together with the @ifjglobal.bsky.social and our Spanish members, we express our full solidarity with elDiario.es, its director, and its four journalists who are facing a criminal defamation lawsuit from Spanish singer Julio Iglesias for reporting on serious allegations of public interest.
Spain: IFJ and EFJ stand in solidarity with elDiario.es over criminal defamation lawsuit
On 21 July, Spanish singer Julio Iglesias filed a criminal defamation lawsuit against the online media outlet elDiario.es, its director and four of its ...
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#España: Nos solidarizamos con los y las periodistas de elDiario.es ante la querella presentada por Julio Iglesias. El uso de demandas penales para intimidar a periodistas constituye un ataque al derecho del público a la información. @europeanjournalists.org
España: La FIP y la FEP se solidarizan con elDiario.es ante la querella presentada por Julio Iglesias / FIP
El 21 de julio, el cantante español Julio Iglesias presentó una demanda por lo penal contra el medio de comunicación digital elDiario.es, su director y cuatro de sus periodistas. La querella se refier...
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#Azerbaijan: A court handed down prison sentences of up to 15 years to journalists and media actors associated with the independent news outlet Toplum TV. Together with the @europeanjournalists.org, we condemn these sentences and demand their immediate release.
Azerbaijan: outrageous sentences of up to 15 years’ imprisonment in the Toplum TV case / IFJ
The European and International Federations of Journalists (EFJ-IFJ) condemn the extremely harsh prison sentences handed down on 27 July by an Azerbaijani court to journalists and media actors associat...
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#HongKong: We have expressed serious concern over the dismissal of five journalists at the BBC's Hong Kong bureau following years of alleged bullying and reports of pressure on staff over their participation in the Hong Kong Journalists Association. @ifjasiapacific.bsky.social
Hong Kong: IFJ calls for independent review of practices at BBC Hong Kong bureau / IFJ
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) has expressed serious concern over the dismissal of five journalists at the British Broadcasting Corporation’s (BBC) Hong Kong bureau following years ...
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#UK: Journalists are self-censoring their coverage of anti-immigration protests, the Trump administration and trans issues due to safety concerns. Harassment of journalists for reporting on matters of public interest cannot be normalised.
UK journalists ‘self-censoring stories about Trump and the right over safety fears’
Government-backed investigation finds risks are normalised amid ‘a narrowing of the public conversation’
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#France: Le 24 juillet, un journaliste de BFMTV qui couvrait l'évacuation d'une clinique en Gironde, touchée par les feux de forêt, a été agressé. Les violences envers les journalistes sont inacceptables. Soutien à notre confrère.
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