Dhaka, Nov. 3 -- UNESCO has called on governments and all relevant stakeholders to prevent attacks against journalists, protect those at risk and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice, stressing that journalist safety is essential to freedom of expression and the public's right to know.

In a statement marking the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists on Monday, Dr Susan Vize, Head of Office and UNESCO Representative to Bangladesh, said evolving threats against journalists and the persistent lack of accountability for crimes against them remain major concerns.

Under this year's theme, "Threats Evolve. Impunity Endures," the day draws attention to the growing challenges facing journalists and the need ...