— Egyptian journalist Ingy Abdel-Wahab won two honors at the 2025 Egyptian Press Awards, highlighting professional excellence while underscoring ongoing press freedom and editorial independence concerns in Egypt.
— Afghanistan Journalists Center reports at least 205 media freedom violations in 2025, highlighting arrests, violence, threats, and censorship facing journalists under the current regime.
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— Bangladeshi politicians allege state inaction over attacks on media houses, prompting press groups to demand accountability and stronger protections for journalists.
— A new Freedom Network report finds journalism in Balochistan under severe pressure, citing censorship, violence, economic decline, and digital isolation across Pakistan’s largest province.
— Palestinian Journalists Union says Israeli forces are silencing reporters through killings and injuries, raising urgent concerns over press freedom and safety in conflict zones.
— A Palestinian Journalists’ Syndicate report warns that journalists’ relatives are being killed in strikes, raising grave press freedom, ethical, and legal concerns under international law.
— CBS News leadership defended pulling a 60 Minutes segment on an El Salvador prison, citing fairness and trust, sparking criticism over editorial independence and newsroom pressure.
— Industry research highlights the growing influence of independent and niche publishers as mainstream journalism faces declining trust, revenue pressures, and fragmented audiences worldwide.
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— Arshad Sharif’s YouTube channel has been revived by his family with support from longtime colleagues, aiming to preserve his legacy through memories and personal stories, not news.
— A new Freedom Network report finds journalism in Balochistan under severe pressure, citing censorship, violence, economic decline, and digital isolation across Pakistan’s largest province.
— Pakistani journalists condemn the treatment of a Khyber Pakhtunkhwa delegation at the Punjab Assembly, raising concerns over media ethics, inter-provincial respect, and political conduct.
— Despite rising threats and misinformation, journalism in Pakistan remains vital in 2026. Here are 10 reasons why independent reporting is crucial for public trust and accountability.
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— Afghanistan Journalists Center reports at least 205 media freedom violations in 2025, highlighting arrests, violence, threats, and censorship facing journalists under the current regime.
— Bangladeshi politicians allege state inaction over attacks on media houses, prompting press groups to demand accountability and stronger protections for journalists.
— Journalists in Bangladesh face rising online threats after mob attacks on media offices, amplifying fear for press freedom and safety in a tense political climate ahead of elections.
— Indian media organizations are debating ethical rules for artificial intelligence as newsrooms adopt AI tools, raising concerns over accuracy, accountability, and the future role of journalists.
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— Egyptian journalist Ingy Abdel-Wahab won two honors at the 2025 Egyptian Press Awards, highlighting professional excellence while underscoring ongoing press freedom and editorial independence concerns in Egypt.
— Palestinian Journalists Union says Israeli forces are silencing reporters through killings and injuries, raising urgent concerns over press freedom and safety in conflict zones.
— A Palestinian Journalists’ Syndicate report warns that journalists’ relatives are being killed in strikes, raising grave press freedom, ethical, and legal concerns under international law.
— The IMF and New Media Academy held a Dubai workshop for MENA journalists on economic reporting, social media content, and AI, highlighting regional investment in media capacity building.
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— CBS News leadership defended pulling a 60 Minutes segment on an El Salvador prison, citing fairness and trust, sparking criticism over editorial independence and newsroom pressure.
— A US federal judge blocks the detention of British anti-disinformation activist Imran Ahmed, a ruling with implications for journalists, digital rights advocates, and cross-border speech protections.
— European leaders push back against US visa bans on digital policy figures, warning the move could strain cooperation and deepen disputes over online speech and tech regulation.
— Morocco’s parliament has approved reforms to the National Press Council law, prompting protests from journalists who warn the changes may weaken self-regulation and media independence.
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— The detention of French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes in Algeria highlights growing concerns over press freedom, judicial pressure on reporters, and international calls for his release.
— Brighton’s ban on Guardian journalists after critical reporting raises press freedom concerns and highlights growing tensions between sports institutions and independent news outlets in the UK.
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— Industry research highlights the growing influence of independent and niche publishers as mainstream journalism faces declining trust, revenue pressures, and fragmented audiences worldwide.
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— Indian media organizations are debating ethical rules for artificial intelligence as newsrooms adopt AI tools, raising concerns over accuracy, accountability, and the future role of journalists.
— China has introduced new rules banning the sharing of obscene content on private messaging platforms, raising concerns among media analysts over censorship, privacy, and digital news circulation.
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— Myanmar freelance reporter Sut Ring Pan sentenced to 13 years for reporting on the military ahead of elections, highlighting press freedom challenges and journalist detentions
— Journalist Yalda Hakim says a second AI deepfake video falsely portraying her reporting has circulated online, highlighting growing risks of misinformation targeting journalists in Pakistan.
— GTV News announces the ceremonial appointment of senior anchor Gharidah Farooqi as Vice President, citing her professionalism, credibility, and contributions to Pakistani television journalism.
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— Applications are now open for the World Press Institute Fellowship 2026, a fully funded nine-week U.S. journalism program for international journalists. Apply by February 15, 2026.
— The Rainforest Reporting Grant offers rolling, project-based funding for journalists covering tropical forests, biodiversity, Indigenous rights, and environmental issues across three global regions.
— The Fund for Investigative Journalism has opened its 2026 grant cycle, offering support for investigative reporters through regular, seed, follow-up, and diversity-focused grant programs.
— GIJN has opened submissions for the 2026 Sigma Awards, inviting journalists worldwide to submit their best data journalism projects published in 2025.
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— Rahim Yar Khan Police allegedly tortured senior journalist Asghar Jaffery while in custody, causing him to lose sight in one eye. Local journalists staged a protest, leading to his release and the suspension of an ASI.
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— Dunya Television sacks its Sports Editor Yasir Ghani shortly after abruptly firing more than a dozen staffers. Ghani receives his termination letter upon returning from leave for his mother's death. An expectant anchor was also sacked earlier, leaving her without medical cover.
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— Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has ordered immediate action following the murder of journalist Mohammed Bachal in Ghotki. The government is intensifying anti-dacoit operations.
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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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