Safety of Journalists

IPI demands immediate release of veteran journalist Mzia Amaglobeli

The IPI global network calls for the release of veteran Georgian journalist and IPI member Mzia Amaglobeli, who has been ordered to remain in pre-trial detention after being arrested on January 12.

MAC demands the immediate release of the Director of Batumelebi/Netgazeti

MAC responds to illegal detention of Mzia Amaghlobeli, director of the leading publication "Batumelebi," and demands her immediate release.

HRW on Georgia: Brutal Police Violence Against Protesters

Human Rights Watch: Police and other security forces have used brutal violence against largely peaceful protesters in Georgia

MAC Condemns Attack on Journalist and Activist Eliso Janashia

Eliso Janashia has stated that the attack is directly connected to her criticisms of the "Georgian Dream" party.

How journalists became targets of police violence

Story of six journalists who became victims of violence during protests

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

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