Afghanistan: Taliban arrests at least seven journalists in July
The plight of Afghan journalists under the Taliban authorities has been highlighted by the International Federation of Journalists, with reports of harassment, imprisonment and intimidation.
Afghanistan: multiple journalists arrested by Taliban intelligence
The targeting of media workers including through arbitrary arrests continues under Taliban rule.
Afghanistan: Taliban suspends 14 media outlets
As the third anniversary of the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan approaches on August 15, the country’s media continues to face severe challenges.
UK Displaced Journalists Initiative
A new recruitment scheme for UK and Irish companies to bring skilled Afghan journalists to safety
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.
Afghanistan: broadcaster’s station raided and closed by the Taliban
NUJ condemns closure of radio station by Taliban officials after mixed-gender journalism training course.
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.
Afghanistan: journalist detained and tortured
The National Union of Journalists has joined the International Federation of Journalists in condemning the arrest and detention of Reza Shahir on 18 June.
South Asia: new report details attacks against journalists and challenges across the region
The International Federation of Journalists has published a new report on behalf of the South Asia Media Solidarity Network (SAMSN).
DM2023: International
Jim Boumelha opened a series of debates about solidarity for journalists worldwide.
Afghanistan: journalists killed in bomb attack
The targeted explosion by Islamic State militants took place on Afghanistan’s National Journalists Day.
NUJ co-signs open letter to the Home Office urging support for Afghan journalists
The union has joined groups in asking the Home Secretary to provide clarification on support available for Afghan journalists in danger.
Afghan journalists granted right to review in UK legal challenge
NUJ welcomes decision allowing former BBC journalists in Afghanistan to have their cases considered under government’s relocation scheme.
Afghanistan: journalist Stefanie Glinksi banned from entering the country
Taliban officials harassed Glinski and targeted her following critical reports of the regime.
Afghanistan: journalist attacked by Taliban forces
NUJ condemns targeting of media workers amid growing number of assaults.
Afghanistan: NUJ condemns targeting of journalists
Journalists and media workers face ongoing restrictions on their reporting.
Afghanistan: journalist sentenced to prison under Taliban regime
NUJ joins calls for the release of Khalid Qaderi tried in a military court over Facebook posts.
Afghanistan: NUJ condemns ongoing media crackdown
Restrictions on media reporting enforced by the Taliban have intensified in recent weeks, with several journalists arrested and international news broadcasters taken off air.
NUJ statement on the Foreign Office’s handling of the evacuation of Kabul as the Taliban took control
A whistleblower described the chaos and inaction at the heart of government, saying fewer than 5 per cent received help.