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On World Press Freedom Day, Pope honours journalists killed in war ...
The pope urged the rememberance of journalists who lost their lives pursuing the truth, particularly in conflict areas.Pope Leo has marked World Press Freedom Day by condemning violations of media freedom around the world and paying tribute to journalists killed while reporting in conflict zones.At the end of his weekly Sunday prayer in a sunny Saint Peter’s Square at the Vatican, the pontiff said the day highlighted both the importance of independent journalism and the growing threats faced by reporters.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemslist 1 of 4World’s top media outlets urge Israel to allow independent access to Gazalist 2 of 4Pope Leo says he does not fear Trump after attack over Iran peace appeallist 3 of 4Pope Leo decries world ruled by ‘tyrants’ after Trump attackslist 4 of 4Pope decries migrants and refugees being treated ‘worse than house pets’end of list“Today we celebrate World Press Freedom Day … unfortunately, this right is often violated, sometimes in blatant ways, sometimes in more hidden forms,” he said.World Press Freedom Day, sponsored by the UN cultural agency UNESCO is intended to show support for media organisations that come under pressure or censorship. It is also an opportunity to commemorate journalists who have been killed at work.The Roman Catholic leader urged the faithful to remember journalists and reporters who have lost their lives pursuing the truth, particularly in conflict areas.“We remember the many journalists and reporters who have been victims of war and violence,” the pope said.A report last month by the Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs’ Costs of War project found that Israel’s war on Gaza was the deadliest conflict for media workers ever recorded, with Israeli forces having killed 232 Palestinian journalists since October 2023.More journalists have been killed in Gaza than in both world wars, the Vietnam War, the wars in Yugoslavia, and the United States war in Afghanistan combined, the report found.In past speeches, the leader of the Catholic Church has described journalism as a pillar of society and democracy, and information as a public good that must be safeguarded and defended.The pontiff has often thanked reporters for sharing the truth, saying that doing their job could never be considered a crime, and frequently calling for the release of journalists who have been unfairly detained or prosecuted.Last week, the leading Paris-based press freedom NGO, Reporters Sans Frontières...
Pope Marks World Press Freedom Day, Honours Slain Journalists
Home Finance Pope marks World Press Freedom Day, laments violations and honours slain reporters Finance Pope marks World Press Freedom Day, laments violations and honours slain reporters Table of Contents Pope Leo's Address on World Press Freedom DayCondemnation of Media Freedom ViolationsPope's Statement on Press FreedomTribute to Journalists in Conflict ZonesRemembering Victims of War and ViolenceSignificance of World Press Freedom DayPope's Previous Advocacy for JournalistsSupport for Detained Journalists Pope Condemns Press Freedom Violations and Pays Tribute to Slain Reporters Pope Leo's Address on World Press Freedom Day Condemnation of Media Freedom Violations VATICAN CITY, May 3 (Reuters) - Pope Leo on Sunday marked World Press Freedom Day by condemning persistent violations of media freedom around the world and paying tribute to journalists killed while reporting from conflict zones. Speaking at the end of his weekly Sunday prayer, in a sun-flooded Saint Peter's Square, the pontiff said the day highlighted both the importance of independent journalism and the growing threats faced by reporters. Pope's Statement on Press Freedom "Today we celebrate World Press Freedom Day ... unfortunately, this right is often violated, sometimes in blatant ways, sometimes in more hidden forms," he said. Tribute to Journalists in Conflict Zones The pope urged the faithful to remember journalists and reporters who have lost their lives pursuing the truth, particularly in areas afflicted by conflicts. Remembering Victims of War and Violence "We remember the many journalists and reporters who have been victims of war and violence," the pope said. Significance of World Press Freedom Day World Press Freedom Day, sponsored by U.N. cultural agency UNESCO and observed on May 3, is intended as a show of support for media organisations that come under pressure or censorship and an opportunity to commemorate journalists who have died in the line of duty. Pope's Previous Advocacy for Journalists In past speeches the leader of the Catholic Church has described journalism as a pillar of society and democracy with information being a public good that must be safeguarded and defended from manipulation. Support for Detained Journalists He has often thanked reporters for sharing the truth, saying that doing their job could never be considered a crime, frequently calling for the release of journalists who have been unfairly detained or prosecuted. (Reporting by Giulia SegretiEditing ...
Pope Leo Calls for Press Freedom and Honors Fallen Journalists
3 hours ago ... On World Press Freedom Day, Pope Leo condemned the widespread violations of media freedom worldwide and honored journalists killed in conflict zones.
Pope Marks World Press Freedom Day, Honours Slain Journalists Amid ...
The Vatican marked World Press Freedom Day with a renewed call to protect journalists, as the Pope highlighted growing violations against media professionals worldwide and paid tribute to reporters killed in the line of duty, according to Reuters.
