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— Argentina barred journalists from Casa Rosada after TV aired alleged covert wearables footage, citing security concerns and provoking press freedom criticism.
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— Across Asia, journalists faced growing legal pressure, expanded surveillance and attacks on media outlets, even as a key appointment boosted gender diversity.
— SAJF reports more than 250 media rights violations across South Asia, citing killings, arrests, censorship and digital restrictions that curb journalism.
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— International press freedom groups urge Kazakh President Tokayev to halt criminal cases against journalists and overhaul restrictive media laws.
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— This press freedom review details arrests, legal actions, digital surveillance, and economic pressures constraining journalists and media institutions across multiple regions.
— Journalists report a chilling effect: fear of lawsuits, online harassment or reprisals that leads to self-censorship and alters newsroom editorial choices.
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— CPJ says Israel's alleged denial of timely medical access to Lebanese reporter Amal Khalil after a southern Lebanon strike may amount to a war crime.
— Security tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are forcing global newsrooms to change reporting practices and rely on remote verification to cover energy markets and shipping.
— Kuwaiti authorities detained journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin after he shared video of a reported military incident, prompting rights groups to urge transparency and raise press freedom concerns.
— Spear-phishing attacks have targeted Egyptian and Lebanese journalists, using coordinated cyber-espionage tactics to compromise accounts on major tech platforms.
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— Irshad Bhatti's podcast interview with actor Meera drew criticism after he pressed personal topics and Meera walked out, sparking debate over media accountability.
— Dan Qayyum's viral article drew one million views in days, igniting debate about independent creators' reach and what it means for Pakistan's newsrooms.
— Jahanzaib Haque has been named chief editor of Nukta after ARY Digital Network took a majority stake in March 2026; he pledges hands-on editorial leadership and a focus on team-driven growth.
— Khaleej Times, launched in 1978 as the UAE's first English daily, marks 48 years while transitioning from print to a digital-first model to reach readers.
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— Sidra Iqbal has returned to Aaj News, resuming her program slot after a brief exit reportedly linked to a salary dispute between the presenter and management.
— IFJ Gender Council re-elected María Ángeles Samperio as chair for 2026-2029 and broadened regional representation to bolster gender equality in journalism.
— Javeria Siddique was elected IFJ Gender Council Regional Coordinator for Asia Pacific, tasked with advancing gender equality and safety for journalists.
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— Getty Images launches its 2026 Editorial Photography Internship, offering three paid roles in news, sport, and entertainment in Washington, New York, and Los Angeles.
— AAJA has opened applications for its 2026 scholarships, internships, grants and fellowships to support emerging and mid-career journalists in the U.S.
— NYU Stern's Climate Economics Journalism Fellowship is accepting applications for a fully funded short program in New York City on climate finance and economics.
— Asia News Network has launched a fellowship for early-career journalists in Indonesia and Malaysia to bolster regional reporting through mentorship, training and collaborative cross-border projects on climate, migration and digital change.
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— Journalists in Dubai face censorship challenges while benefiting from a vibrant media environment and opportunities for professional growth.
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— Palestinian Journalists' Syndicate recorded 53 violations in March 2026, including two journalist deaths, detentions, assaults and equipment confiscations.
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<p>ISLAMABAD, April 11, 2026 — Pakistani and international media converge inside the Jinnah Convention Center, the main hub for coverage of the opening Iran–U.S. peace talks. (Photo: JournalismPakistan)</p>
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