China: journalists arbitrarily arrested and sentenced
The NUJ has condemned the arrests of journalists in the country and called on Chinese authorities to end its persecution of media workers.
Nigeria: journalist charged over reporting on local businessman
NUJ condemns charges that could see Precious Eze Chukunonso imprisoned for up to two years if convicted.
Palestine: Israeli authorities arrest multiple journalists
NUJ calls for an end to the persecution of Palestinian journalists, as figures reveal Israeli authorities have arrested 75 Palestinian journalists since 7 October.
NUJ repeats its call for the release of Evan Gershkovich
Russian authorities have extended pre-trial detention of the American journalist until 30 March.
India: authorities arrest and detain journalists following raids
News outlet NewsClick and the homes of its journalists have been raided in targeted action by authorities.
Northern Cyprus: IFJ and EFJ call for charges against union president to be dropped
Ali Kişmir faces a ten year prison sentence for “insulting and mocking” security forces.
Afghanistan: Taliban officials release nine journalists
NUJ welcomes action but calls for the release of all journalists wrongly imprisoned in the country.
Afghanistan: oppressive Taliban regime remains two years after takeover
The Taliban’s continued targeting of journalists has had a damning impact on press freedom in the country.
India: journalist detained by state authorities
Badri Seshadri has been charged with offences following remarks about India's chief justice.
Afghanistan: abducted journalist released by Taliban
An increase in arbitrary arrests and intimidation of journalists under Taliban rule has been condemned by the NUJ and the International Federation of Journalists.