Kentron TV - Justice for Journalists

Affiliated media: Kentron TV, TV channel

Incident date: May 22, 2023

Attack type:

prosecution for violation of the honour, dignity and business reputation; violation of privacy following civil lawsuit

Who attacked: Non-authorities

Location: Armenia, Yerevan

Additional information:

On May 22, Solid Partner LLC filed a lawsuit against Best Media LLC with the Yerevan Court of General Jurisdiction, demanding restoration of infringed copyrights and compensation for damage. Both companies are film suppliers. The Television and Radio Commission, as well as Multi Media — Kentron TV CJSC are involved in the case as third parties. The lawsuit is being considered.

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