Journalists Under Attack

Journalists Under Attack highlights incidents of violence, threats, and intimidation against journalists, news organizations, and press clubs. This section sheds light on the risks media professionals face, their resilience, and the broader impact on press freedom. Viewer discretion is advised, as some images may be graphic.

Abb Takk News receives parcel filled with bullets

Abb Takk News receives parcel filled with bullets

 Published 11 years ago:  Abb Takk News in Karachi received a parcel containing live bullets, prompting an investigation by Sindh's Chief Minister to enhance media security.

Express News cameraman injured in Karachi raid

Express News cameraman injured in Karachi raid

 Published 11 years ago:  Express News cameraman Waseem Mughal was injured during a Rangers raid at Nine-Zero in Karachi, while covering the operation related to a murder case.

Express Tribune reporter thrashed by public transport driver, conductor

Express Tribune reporter thrashed by public transport driver, conductor

 Published 11 years ago:  A reporter from The Express Tribune was assaulted by a public transport driver and conductor after protesting route violations in Islamabad.

Dunya News reporter survives gun attack

Dunya News reporter survives gun attack

 Published 11 years ago:  Dunya News reporter Munawwar Allam survives a gun attack in Karachi, spurring demands for journalist safety and accountability for the assailants.

Quetta Press Club receives threatening letter

Quetta Press Club receives threatening letter

 Published 11 years ago:  Quetta Press Club received a threatening letter from Fidayan-e-Islam, demanding a ban on Christian members and warning of a potential bombing.

Taliban threaten ARY journalist

Taliban threaten ARY journalist

 Published 11 years ago:  The Taliban has issued death threats to journalist Zia ul Haq, prompting urgent calls for government protection from media rights organizations.

AFP photographer recovering after protest shooting

AFP photographer recovering after protest shooting

 Published 11 years ago:  AFP photographer Asif Hassan is recovering after being shot during an anti-Charlie Hebdo protest outside the French consulate in Karachi.

AFP photographer, Capital TV cameraman injured in Karachi

AFP photographer, Capital TV cameraman injured in Karachi

 Published 11 years ago:  AFP photographer Asif Hassan and Capital TV cameraman Adeel were injured in clashes during a protest in Karachi near the French Consulate.

NewsOne journalist survives attack by gunmen, wife critically injured

NewsOne journalist survives attack by gunmen, wife critically injured

 Published 11 years ago:  Zeeshan Shamsi, a NewsOne journalist, survives a gun attack while his wife is critically injured in Sialkot, prompting nationwide condemnation.

Geo News female reporters attacked at PTI protest

Geo News female reporters attacked at PTI protest

 Published 11 years ago:  Two Geo News female reporters were attacked by PTI supporters during a protest in Karachi, highlighting the ongoing threats to journalists.

DawnNews, Dunya DSNG vans attacked, staff injured

DawnNews, Dunya DSNG vans attacked, staff injured

 Published 11 years ago:  DawnNews and Dunya Television staff were injured in a cracker attack on their DSNG vans in Islamabad, prompting widespread condemnation.

Samaa cameraman beaten up by PTI workers

Samaa cameraman beaten up by PTI workers

 Published 11 years ago:  A Samaa Television cameraman was attacked by PTI activists during a protest, leading to condemnation from Imran Khan and calls for action.

Yet another attack on Geo Television

Yet another attack on Geo Television

 Published 11 years ago:  Geo Television offices in Islamabad were violently attacked by protesters, leading to concerns over media safety and security protocols.

Geo offices attacked again

Geo offices attacked again

 Published 11 years ago:  Geo Television offices in Islamabad were attacked by protesters, causing extensive damage and highlighting ongoing threats to press freedom.

Protesters attack Geo offices in Islamabad

Protesters attack Geo offices in Islamabad

 Published 11 years ago:  Protesters attacked Geo News offices in Islamabad, escalating political tensions amid demands for Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's resignation.

Punjab Police targets media workers, several injured

Punjab Police targets media workers, several injured

 Published 11 years ago:  Punjab Police attacked media teams during clashes with protesters, injuring several journalists and damaging equipment during the unrest.

Television cameraman manhandled, slightly hurt

Television cameraman manhandled, slightly hurt

 Published 11 years ago:  A cameraman from Asian TV Press Network was manhandled while covering the Rawalpindi-Islamabad Metro Bus Project, sustaining minor injuries.

Hamid Mir says he is still getting threats

Hamid Mir says he is still getting threats

 Published 11 years ago:  Hamid Mir reveals he is still receiving threats against restarting his program, expressing concerns for his safety while highlighting human rights violations.

Masked men attack and injure Jang resident editor

Masked men attack and injure Jang resident editor

 Published 11 years ago:  Masked assailants brutally attacked Zafar Aheer, resident editor of Daily Jang, leaving him injured and in shock after a terrifying ordeal.

Quetta journalist says he survived murder attempt

Quetta journalist says he survived murder attempt

 Published 12 years ago:  Abdul Ghani Kakar, a journalist in Quetta, survived an assassination attempt by armed men in a green jeep over the weekend.

The News Editor Investigations threatened again

The News Editor Investigations threatened again

 Published 12 years ago:  The News journalist Ansar Abbasi faces fresh threats via email, warning him not to cross 'red lines' just days after prior intimidation!

Another journalist of The News threatened

Another journalist of The News threatened

 Published 12 years ago:  A journalist from The News has received threats from a retired brigadier, prompting an investigation by the Cyber Crimes Wing.

Ansar Abbasi receives threatening email

Ansar Abbasi receives threatening email

 Published 12 years ago:  Ansar Abbasi received a threatening email urging him to reconsider his statements on the Army and political figures in Pakistan.

Death threats to Imtiaz Alam condemned

Death threats to Imtiaz Alam condemned

 Published 12 years ago:  Journalists condemn the death threats against Imtiaz Alam, emphasizing the need for media protection and freedom of expression in Pakistan.

Express News anchor Raza Rumi survives gun attack, driver killed

Express News anchor Raza Rumi survives gun attack, driver killed

 Published 12 years ago:  Raza Rumi, an Express News anchor, survives a gun attack that claims his driver's life, highlighting ongoing threats against media personnel in Pakistan.

The News journalist injured in Tank attack

The News journalist injured in Tank attack

 Published 12 years ago:  A correspondent from The News, along with his son and cameraman, was injured in a violent attack by armed assailants in Tank, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Geo Controller News gets death threats

Geo Controller News gets death threats

 Published 12 years ago:  Geo News Controller faces death threats from a political organization after refusing to comply with their coverage demands, raising serious press freedom concerns.

Taliban ambush Express TV van, kill three

Taliban ambush Express TV van, kill three

 Published 12 years ago:  Three Express News staff members were killed in a Taliban ambush in Karachi, marking a severe escalation in violence against the media.