Afghanistan, May 3 -- United Nations said on World Press Freedom Day that attacks on journalists are attacks on freedom of expression, stressing the urgent need for reliable information and independent media worldwide.
The UN called on governments and societies to defend press freedom and democratic values, warning that access to verified information is essential for stable and resilient societies.
Marked annually on May 3 by the UN and UNESCO, the day highlights the importance of media independence, journalist safety, and governments' obligations under international human rights law.
In Afghanistan, the day comes as media freedom faces severe restrictions, with censorship, arrests, and pressure on journalists increasing since the Taliba...