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Statement by MAC on the Persecution of Independent Journalists by the Public Broadcaster’s Board of Trustees

The Media Advocacy Coalition strongly condemns the persecution of journalists by members of the Public Broadcaster's Board of Trustees affiliated with the Georgian Dream.

“Friends of Georgia” Demand the Release of Journalist Mzia Amaglobeli and call for international action

Diplomats call for the European Union and their respective countries to maintain or implement sanctions against specific individuals.

MAC Calls for the Resignation of Public Broadcaster Leadership

The Public Broadcaster's biased actions are particularly alarming now, amid national protests against "Georgian Dream's" stolen elections, torture, mass violence, and the targeting of media representatives and political prisoners.

The events surrounding ‘Mtavari Arkhi’ represent a trend of curbing critical media

On January 27, Mtavari Arkhi reported that its satellite broadcasting had been cut off in Georgia’s regions and abroad. Restrictions on cable broadcasting have also been imposed, limiting the public's access to information.

The Alert of Safety of Journalists Platform Regarding the Arrest of Mzia Amaglobeli

The Council of Europe's Safety of Journalists Platform has issued an alert regarding the arrest of Mzia Amaglobeli.

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

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