Three journalists reportedly attacked by religious protesters

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 25 November 2017

Three journalists were attacked during a protest rally in Islamabad, resulting in injuries. The Rawalpindi Islamabad Union of Journalists condemned the violence and expressed concern for journalist safety.

Summary

ISLAMABAD: The Rawalpindi Islamabad Union of Journalists (RIUJ) has received unconfirmed reports about attacks on three journalists during crackdown on Khatam-e-Nabuwat rally. Senior reporter Qamar Munawar of Dunya TV received a bullet injury while Channel 24 reporter Sadam Mangar sustained minor injuries. Senior photojournalist Tanveer Shahzad of Dawn was attacked by protesters on Murree Road. He was rescued by some people. An Aaj TV news gathering van was also attacked. In a statement Saturday, the RIUJ strongly condemned these attacks. “The RIUJ is seriously concerned with the rising violence on journalists since the start of operation at Faizabad. We urge our colleagues to keep their physical security first while performing their duties." RIUJ also called on the government to ensure safety of journalists.

KEY POINTS:

• Qamar Munawar of Dunya TV sustained a bullet injury.
• Sadam Mangar from Channel 24 suffered minor injuries.
• Tanveer Shahzad, a Dawn photojournalist, was attacked but rescued.
• RIUJ condemned the attacks and emphasized journalist safety.
• The incidents occurred during the Khatam-e-Nabuwat rally.