Reporters Without Borders Condemns Violence against Journalists during Feminist Rally
Baku / 09.03.20 / Turan: The Reporters Without Borders condemned police violence against journalists covering the Sunday rally of feminists in Baku.
“Eight journalists were subjected to police violence yesterday during the march of feminists in Baku on March 8. There were injuries, prolonged detention and a torn press card ... We condemn the new unacceptable pressure against journalists,” the organization said on Twitter. -0-
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