KhUJ says it stands with journalist Jamshed Bhagwan
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 25 March 2022
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The Khyber Union of Journalists has condemned threats made against senior journalist Jamshed Bhagwan. The organization supports him amid growing concerns over safety.Summary
PESHAWAR —The Khyber Union of Journalists (KhUJ) has shown severe concerns over threats to Jamshed Bhagwan, senior journalist and bureau chief of Express News, by a political party official.
While showing solidarity with Jamshed, President Nasir Hussain and General Secretary Imran Yousafzai said that traditionally journalists and politicians enjoy cordial relations. However, it is quite unfortunate that some elements were trying to sabotage bilateral ties.
The journalist leaders stated that the local journalist community stood united and committed to supporting Jamshed in this critical situation.
In July 2014, the residence of Jamshed was attacked with an explosive device for the third time in four months.
Key Points
- KhUJ expresses serious concern over threats to Jamshed Bhagwan.
- Leaders emphasize the importance of journalist-politician relations.
- Local journalist community stands united to support Jamshed.
- Jamshed's residence was previously attacked in July 2014.
- KhUJ calls for solidarity among journalists in Peshawar.
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