IPI's Cross Border Project Combats Press Freedom Violations in South Asia
Five news outlets share and re-publish stories documenting attacks on press freedom through International Press Institute
Five news outlets share and re-publish stories documenting attacks on press freedom through International Press Institute
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There was no immediate comment from the Syrian government
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Journalists and translators covering fighting in Tigray region reportedly arrested
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