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Record 488 journalists imprisoned, 46 killed in 2021: RSF

13 Sept 14:04 Key points summarised by AI

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) reported a record 488 journalists imprisoned worldwide in 2021, marking the highest number in over 25 years, primarily driven by crackdowns in countries like China, Myanmar, and Belarus.
The number of detained female journalists also reached an unprecedented 60, representing a significant one-third increase compared to 2020.
Conversely, journalist fatalities dropped to a 16-year low of 46, largely attributed to the stabilization of conflicts in the Middle East, though 65% of these deaths were deliberate assassinations, with Mexico and Afghanistan remaining the deadliest nations.
RSF also documented 65 journalists held hostage, predominantly in the Middle East, while a 'people's tribunal' was initiated in The Hague to pursue justice for murdered journalists and advocate for media freedoms.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.