In today’s world, journalism plays a vital role in helping people understand what is happening around them. Journalists inform the public, question those in power, and give voice to stories that might otherwise go unheard. Yet, many journalists continue to face threats, violence, and intimidation simply for doing their work. Too often, these dangers are ignored or left unresolved.

This petition calls for urgent action to end attacks on journalists and to ensure justice for those who have been harmed.

I am deeply concerned by the ongoing risks journalists face every day. Many have been harassed, assaulted, detained, or killed for reporting facts and seeking the truth. These acts do not only violate the rights of journalists—they also undermine the public’s right to access accurate and independent information.

Organisations that monitor press freedom, including Reporters Without Borders, continue to document the alarming number of journalists killed, attacked, or silenced worldwide. These attacks threaten the foundations of free expression and democracy, especially in environments where powerful interests seek to suppress scrutiny and criticism.

Governments have a responsibility to protect journalists and uphold press freedom. This includes preventing violence, conducting thorough and transparent investigations, and ensuring that those responsible for attacks are held accountable. Without justice, these crimes continue, and fear replaces truth.

International organisations and watchdog groups also play a crucial role in monitoring violations, supporting journalists at risk, and demanding accountability. They must be strengthened and supported so that no attack on a journalist is ignored or forgotten.

By signing this petition, we stand in solidarity with journalists who risk their safety to keep the public informed. We reject intimidation, violence, and silence. We affirm that a free press is essential to justice, transparency, and democracy.

Please sign this petition to demand an end to attacks on journalists and to call for real protection and justice. Together, we can help defend press freedom and those who uphold it.