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  • Iranian authorities have accused the United States of firing at one of Iran's commercial ships in the Gulf of Oman in violation of the two countries' ceasefire agreement.
  • US President Donald Trump stated on Sunday that the US Navy fired an Iranian ship in the Gulf of Oman and seized control of it.
  • Hours after US President Donald Trump announced he was sending negotiators to Islamabad, Iranian state media stated Tehran did not currently plan to participate in new talks with the United States.
  • In an effort to try to reach an agreement with Iran ahead of another round of face-to-face negotiations in Pakistan on Monday, U.S. Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz backed President Donald Trump's renewed threat to eliminate Iran's electrical infrastructure and bridges.

Tag: Freedom of Press

June 27, 2024

Wikileaks Assange’s Emotional Homecoming But Supporters...

After agreeing a plea deal with US prosecutors over espionage charges, Wikileaks founder Julian Assange,arrived in his native Australia on Wednesday. An extraordinary 14-year legal odyssey comes to an end with the deal. Although Assange’s supporters welcomed his release,but say the prosecution sets a dangerous precedent for press freedom. 

May 21, 2024

Kenya’s Media Hub Supports Journalists Living...

Thanks to a fellowship provided by media organizations, journalists in exile in Kenya are finding support to continue working in their  profession

May 4, 2024

At Their Peril, Student Journalists Cover...

Protests related to Israel-Hamas war have erupted on American college campuses, with some leading to clashes between student groups and police.And despite the dangers, student journalists and their news organizations are leading press coverage.

April 30, 2024

Philippine Police Arrest 3 Suspects Over...

Police in the Philippines have arrested three men suspected in the killing of community radio broadcaster Juan Jumalon, who was gunned down while broadcasting live on Facebook. 

April 3, 2024

Netanyahu Vows to Shut Down Al-Jazeera...

Under a new law allowing the closure of foreign networks deemed a threat to national security, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he will shut down the operations of the Qatar-based Al-Jazeera news network in Israel.

March 18, 2024

Venezuelan Censorship Roadblock Dodged by Mobile...

Mobile news trucks are one way that a media group is bringing the news directly to their audiences, as large parts of Venezuela are without access to the information.

March 9, 2024

Despite All Odds, Women Journalists Keep...

Attacks and threats against the media are increasing on a global scale, and experts say that female journalists are particularly vulnerable to harassment. Many refuse to be silenced despite the risks.

February 14, 2024

Myanmar’s Media Navigates Risks to Get...

After three years of military rule in Myanmar, the country’s journalists are rebuilding their newsrooms in exile and finding out how to protect their sources while still getting news on the conflict between the junta and the resistance movement.

February 9, 2024

Journalists Always Face Challenges While Covering...

Reporters say it’s always challenging covering the West Bank.But restrictions on journalists have increased since the Hamas terror incident on October 7. PRESS

February 3, 2024

VOA Headquarters Honored as Historic Site...

A plaque honoring Voice of America’s headquarters in Washington as a historic site in journalism was unveiled Thursday, with current and former newsroom leaders present to affirm the importance of the outlet’s editorial independence.

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