RIUJ concerned over slanderous social media campaign against Talat Hussain
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 23 October 2017
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The Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists is concerned about a targeted social media campaign against Talat Hussain. They demand action against those involved.Summary
ISLAMABAD – The Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists (RIUJ) has expressed concern over a slanderous social media campaign against senior Geo News journalist Talat Hussain.
In a meeting presided over by RIUJ President Mubarak Zeb Khan, the house demanded that those behind this dirty campaign be traced and punished.
Earlier, Talat informed the meeting on how he was being targeted. The meeting was concerned that if allowed to go unchecked, other journalists could also be trolled soon.
The meeting, besides the office-bearers of RIUJ, was also attended by Afzal Butt, President Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ), senior journalists Nasir Malik, Muhammad Riaz, Hamid Mir and Kashif Abbasi.
Key Points
- RIUJ expresses concern over targeting of Talat Hussain.
- The union calls for accountability from those behind the campaign.
- A meeting attended by notable journalists addressed the issue.
- Concerns raised about the potential for broader attacks on journalists.
- The need for protection of press freedom emphasized.
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