Событие - Justice for Journalists

Affiliated media: Jurnal TV, TV channel

Incident date: October 15, 2018

Attack type:

Bullying, intimidation, pressure, threats of violence and death, including cyber-

Who attacked: Authorities

Location: Moldova, Chisinau

Additional information:

After the TV channel Jurnal TV started a journalistic investigation, politician Ilan Shor wrote on Facebook: "I reserve the right to take to court and demand an immediate answer from 'garbage media' Jurnal TV […] I recommend all staff of Jurnal TV urgently look for new work, because when me and my party come to power on the 25th April, your 'garbage' will be closed"

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Justice for Journalists Foundation is a company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales (registered company no: 13882886) and a registered charity (registered charity no: 1201812). Its registered office address is: 16 Great Queen Street, Covent Garden, London WC2B 5AH.

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