Threats to Press Freedom and Judicial Integrity

Investigative journalism outlet KRIK in Serbia faces challenges from smear campaigns and SLAPP cases, hindering press freedom by diverting resources towards legal battles. Alpa Shah's book delves into the Bhima Koregaon case in India, exposing fabricated evidence and cyber espionage, highlighting the injustices faced by activists and politicians. Muslim residents under the Arakan Army's control in Myanmar note improvements in living conditions, especially in travel and healthcare access. The Baloch Yakjehti Committee continues protests in Balochistan demanding the safe release of disappeared individuals, urging international solidarity. Criminal lawyer Majed Kheir advocates for protesters' rights in Sydney University's Gaza crisis encampment, emphasizing fair treatment and justice for marginalized communities.