One killed in clash over gold mine in northeastern Afghanistan
Local sources said armed men linked to relatives of a former Taliban district governor opened fire during a dispute.
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Taliban arrest two TOLOnews journalists in Kabul
The arrests bring the number of journalists held by Taliban to at least seven.
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Local news agency director detained in Kabul, media group says
Press freedom advocates say at least five journalists are now being held by Taliban.
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Nai in Exile says media in Afghanistan reduced to Taliban ‘mouthpieces’
Nai in Exile said World Press Freedom Day, once widely observed in Afghanistan, has lost its significance under Taliban rule.
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HRW warns of global crackdown on press freedom
“Journalism is not a crime. Governments should take note,” Human Rights Watch said.
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UN chief urges protection of journalists as world marks Press Freedom Day
The United Nations also warned that attacks on journalists undermine freedom of expression and democratic values.
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EU says democracy cannot exist without free press, warns of rising threats
The statement highlighted that women journalists face disproportionate risks, including gender-based violence and online abuse.
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Watchdog reports 150 press freedom violations in Afghanistan in past year
Watchdog reports 150 press freedom violations in Afghanistan in past year
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Bennett urges Taliban to release detained journalists ahead of press freedom day
Bennett called on Taliban to allow journalists to work without fear of arrest, harassment or retaliation.
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Afghanistan ranks 175th in press freedom index
Indicators show deep restrictions despite slight score increase, according to Reporters Without Borders.