Journalists’ Situation in Afghanistan Remains Alarming, Press Monitor Group Claims

Journalists’ Situation in Afghanistan Remains Alarming, Press Monitor Group Claims
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The Freedom of Expression Center warns that journalists in Afghanistan experience increasing threats, censorship, and harassment, putting press freedom and independent reporting at serious risk, Khaama Press reported.

On Human Rights Day, the Center for Freedom of Expression warned that journalists and media defenders in Afghanistan face worsening repression and restricted civil liberties.

The report highlighted arbitrary arrests, threats, and detention of journalists, with many held without trial, legal support, or family contact under current administration.

Self-censorship, organized media censorship, and the silencing of independent outlets are preventing citizens from accessing information and undermining freedom of expression.

Women journalists are disproportionately affected, barred from work, education, and social participation, reflecting systematic discrimination within Afghanistan’s media and public spheres.

Afghan journalists in neighboring countries, particularly Pakistan, face insecurity, homelessness, and limited protection, worsened by rising tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

The report noted that at least 15 TV networks were shut down over the past year, severely weakening visual media and public information access.

The Center called on the international community to provide protection and support for Afghanistan journalists, emphasizing that continued repression threatens democracy, transparency, and human rights in Afghanistan.