Palestinian Territory

Israeli Occupation Forces Violations Against Palestinian Journalists

In the past three and half years (January 2008- June 2011) Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) have committed a total of 504 violations against Palestinian journalists. Types of violations are divided into 11 categories, and of the incidences monitored in the reporting period, the highest reported violations against journalists by the IOF are physical attacks, detention, arrests, raids and the confiscation or destruction of property and equipment; and the prevention of coverage.

Violations of Media Freedoms in the Palestinian Territories

July 2011 Report

Ramallah - 15/8/2011

Israeli Occupation Forces Violations

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