Guwahati, May 1 -- By NE NOW NEWS

Guwahati: At least 27 journalists have been killed across the world since January 1, 2026, according to the Press Emblem Campaign (PEC), a global organisation working for the safety of media workers. The figures were released ahead of World Press Freedom Day, observed on May 3.

The organisation said that a large number of these deaths have taken place in conflict zones, with the Middle East accounting for a major share of the casualties. It is alleged that Israeli forces were responsible for a significant portion of the killings, though these claims remain part of an ongoing international debate and concern.

According to PEC, 17 of the 27 deaths were linked to conflicts in the Middle East, including Le...