Journalists Under Attack

 Published last week:  An attack on Asomiya Pratidin's office in Assam has heightened concerns about journalist safety and calls for a transparent investigation and accountability.

 Published last week:  Three men were arrested in London after an arson attack near Iran International's studios, heightening concern for the safety of exiled Iranian journalists.

 Published 2 weeks ago:  Unverified reports say anchor Jameel Farooqui was seriously injured in a targeted shooting in Islamabad, raising concerns about journalist safety in Pakistan.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Punjab recorded the highest number of threats against journalists in March 2026, with five reported incidents including arrests, detentions and physical assault.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Palestinian Journalists' Syndicate recorded 53 violations in March 2026, including two journalist deaths, detentions, assaults and equipment confiscations.

 Published last month:  The Israeli military withdrew and suspended a West Bank battalion after soldiers detained and assaulted a CNN news crew covering settler violence, pending retraining.

 Published last month:  A reporter from The National was reportedly assaulted by correctional service officers in Port Moresby, prompting renewed concerns about journalist safety.

 Published last month:  Azerbaijan sentenced journalist Ahmad Mammadli to six years on charges critics say were fabricated, amid allegations he was beaten, electrocuted and forced to reveal his phone PIN.

 Published last month:  An Israeli airstrike near Tyre wounded two Russia Today journalists in marked press gear, prompting calls for an investigation into deliberate targeting.

 Published last month:  Shimla police launched an inquiry after a video showed an officer pushing journalist Vikas Sharma during a political arrival; officials pledged action.

 Published last month:  An inquiry was launched after a senior woman journalist and union leader accused Islamabad police of assault and unlawful detention, prompting protests.

 Published last month:  Journalists across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa condemned recent attacks and alleged harassment, demanding accountability and better protections following incidents.

 Published last month:  Dozens of Bangladeshi journalists are jailed after bail denials; rights groups say prosecutions and court practices are worsening a press freedom crisis.

 Published 6 months ago:  Police thwarted a murder plot against DawnNewsTV journalist Tahir Naseer, arresting three suspects hired for the attack.

 Published 7 months ago:  Islamabad Police stormed the National Press Club, attacking journalists and damaging equipment during a protest dispersal, sparking widespread condemnation.

 Published 7 months ago:  Journalist Maleeha Hashmey alleges state harassment including a travel ban and blocked SIM cards amid increasing press censorship in Pakistan.

 Published 7 months ago:  Journalist Imdad Soomro faces threats after exposing corruption in the Sindh Public Service Commission, vowing to continue his investigations.

 Published 7 months ago:  The freezing of journalist Meher Bokhari's account highlights a troubling trend of state repression against independent journalism in Pakistan.

 Published 7 months ago:  Senior journalist Shahbaz Rana faces an unfair trial despite a report based on official records, raising concerns about press freedom in Pakistan.

 Published 7 months ago:  Samina Pasha's bank account has been frozen following a complaint from the NCCIA, raising concerns about press freedom and the targeting of journalists.

 Published 7 months ago:  A bogus case filed against journalist Furqan Rao highlights ongoing harassment and political victimization within the media sector in Pakistan.

 Published 8 months ago:  Senior journalist Khalid Jamil was arrested in Islamabad for his critical views on state institutions amidst a crackdown on press freedom.

 Published 8 months ago:  The registration of false PECA cases against women journalists in Pakistan highlights the misuse of power and the threat to press freedom.

 Published 8 months ago:  FIA's decision to bar journalist Asad Toor from traveling to the US raises significant concerns over press freedom in Pakistan.

 Published 8 months ago:  The PFUJ condemns the FIA's notice to Dawn journalist Akbar Notezai, highlighting concerns over press freedom and intimidation in Pakistan.

 Published last year:  Journalist Arzoo Kazmi alleges threats and possible arrest by the FIA for her journalistic work, highlighting the dangers of press freedom in Pakistan.

 Published last year:  Senior journalist Matiullah Jan was abducted during an investigation into the deaths of PTI workers, raising alarming concerns about press freedom.

 Published 3 years ago:  PTI supporters attacked Jang Group offices in Islamabad following Imran Khan's call, resulting in protests and property damage across major cities.