Media Development Agency addresses pressure on AzTV journalists in France
Media Development Agency Condemns Attack on Azerbaijan TV and Radio Employees in France
Baku, June 29 – The Media Development Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan has released a statement denouncing the recent attack on employees of Azerbaijan Television and Radio Broadcasting CJSC in France on June 28.
According to the statement, the AZTV employees were assaulted while carrying out their official duties in France. Their camera was forcibly taken, and they were threatened with weapons. This violent mistreatment of media professionals is not only an attack on their freedom of speech and expression, but also a clear violation of the principles of free journalism and the right to access information.
The Media Development Agency strongly condemns this attack and urges the French authorities and relevant institutions to conduct a thorough investigation, assign legal responsibility, and bring the perpetrators to justice. It is essential that the incident is properly assessed and addressed within a legal framework.
In addition, the Agency calls on international journalistic organizations and institutions specialized in safeguarding media rights to support and highlight this case. Solidarity is needed to ensure that appropriate legal actions are taken in response to this incident.
The attack on the employees of Azerbaijan Television and Radio Broadcasting CJSC is a grave violation of press freedom and the right to perform professional duties without fear of violence or intimidation. It is crucial for the international community to stand together in defending the rights of journalists and ensuring their safety.
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