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— Israel has urged its Supreme Court to uphold a ban on unrestricted foreign media access to Gaza, citing security concerns as press groups warn of limits on independent reporting.
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— U.S. journalism organizations and media unions held a virtual town hall on January 6, 2026 to address rising authoritarianism and threats to press freedom.
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In May 1999, the Nawaz Sharif government targeted journalists, including Friday Times editor Najam Sethi, for collaborating with a BBC TV team investigating government corruption. Sethi was imprisoned without charge for nearly a month and falsely accused of being an Indian spy. After his release, he faced continued harassment.
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<p>ISLAMABAD, October 2, 2025: Islamabad Police stormed the National Press Club, attacking journalists and damaging their cameras and equipment while dispersing a protest staged nearby. The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) and other media bodies condemned the attack and termed it an act of terrorism. </p>
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