Recent online violence against blogger & columnist @SrkiPuhalo requires swift investigation by all relevant authorities in #BiH. Free and open pluralistic debate is necessary to ensure a more informed & active citizenry on issues that matter to the public in a democratic society.
I urge politicians in #BiH to refrain from hateful & intimidating rhetoric against critical media covering election campaigns. Such behavior sends a chilling message for #mediafreedom & obstructs open public debate in a democratic society. https://www.osce.org/representative-on-freedom-of-media/501697?fbclid=IwAR2mfCqKx_F02v99RC7rNMQQy8g2xFUPKmhNR53U17m2H_m8MmmdGaMFqEI
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Again, an online hate campaign was started against media workers & their families in #BiH. This poses serious risks to journalists' safety & ability to work. I reiterate my call: those responsible should be brought to account, in line with international commitments & standards.
Attacks against @hercegovinainfo news outlet and it’s Chief Editor #MarioĆosić endanger journalists' safety and public’s right to be informed. I urge the authorities in #BiH to do their utmost to identify and bring the perpetrators of all reported attacks to justice. #JournoSafe
Concerned that in #BiH journalist of Euro Blic and Srpska info #NikolaMorača was compelled to hand over his phone to the police after refusing to reveal his sources.
Confidentiality of journalistic sources is key for #mediafreedom and should be strictly protected by law and practice.
Confidentiality of journalistic sources is key for #mediafreedom and should be strictly protected by law and practice.
Worried by the repeated attacks in #BiH against local outlet #hercegovinainfo and its owner Mario Ćosić. Authorities should take concerted action to effectively investigate and prosecute those responsible. This is key to ensuring justice and discouraging future violence against media.
The recent cyberattacks against media outlets @Buka_portal & @NezavisneBL represent a worrying threat to #mediafreedom & free flow of information in #BiH. I urge the authorities to identify the source(s) of these attacks & ensure unhindered access to the portals.
Great meeting with @mfa_bih @DinoKonakovic in Sarajevo today to discuss the crucial topics of #SafetyOfJournalists, public service media & political commitment needed to ensure a free & diverse #MediaFreedom environment. They are essential for democracy, peace & security in #BiH.
I appreciated the opportunity to discuss #MediaFreedom developments & challenges with Deputy Minister of Human Rights & Refugees of #BiH, Duška Jurišić. Our shared goal is to ensure that media professionals can work in the public interest, free from any pressure or intimidation.
I urge the Republika Srpska National Assembly to refrain from adopting the “foreign agent” law & take action to protect media & NPOs, in line with #BiH's international human rights obligations & OSCE #MediaFreedom commitments. Any legislative process should be open & inclusive.