Safety of Journalists

Press freedom groups in solidarity with journalists and media in Georgia

MFRR- undersigned press freedom, freedom of expression, media, journalists and human rights organisations express solidarity towards journalists and media in Georgia.

Amnesty International: Shocking human rights violations amid ongoing crackdown on protesters

A detailed briefing, based on testimonies from victims of police brutality, human rights defenders, and video evidence, highlights extensive human rights violations.

Journalists around the world stand in solidarity with Georgian media

We stand in full support of the courageous journalists who continue their vital work of informing the public despite an incredibly hostile and dangerous environment

List of incidents involving Georgian media representatives

The riot police have deliberately targeted reporters covering Pro-European demonstrations. There are 90 documented cases of interference with media's professional activities

Unmasked Executioners of Georgian Dream

The investigation uncovers the identities of the OMON leaders responsible for ordering the violent crackdown on pro-European demonstrations

Physical Attack on TV Pirveli Crew

Brutal Attack on TV Pirveli Crew Aired Live during covering Pro-European Rally

Violence Against Media Escalates During Georgia’s EU Protest Crisis

Journalists covering anti-government protests in Georgia have faced injuries, arrests, and restrictions, as demonstrations entered the fourth day following the government's decision to suspend EU membership talks until 2028.

IPI and partner organizations condemn assault on journalists during demonstrations in Tbilisi

IPI and the undersigned press freedom, freedom of expression and journalists organizations strongly condemn what appears to be a targeted, deliberate attack on journalists by state security forces during pro-EU protests.

Mass Crackdown on Media Representatives on the Night of November 28-29

During the dispersal of the peaceful protest, law enforcements launched a punitive operation against journalists, photographers, and cameramen, resulting in injuries to more than 30 media representatives who were obstructed from performing their professional duties.
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