Joint Statement by the UN Resident Coordinator in Montenegro and UNESCO regarding the attack on journalist of newspaper Pobjeda
Every threat and attack against journalists undermine these core values and contributes to a climate of fear and insecurity.
The Resident Coordinator of the United Nations in Montenegro and UNESCO express their deep concern and strongly condemn the recent attack on journalist Ana Raičković of the daily newspaper Pobjeda.
Media freedom and the safety of journalists are essential foundations of a democratic society. Journalists play a vital role in informing the public, exposing wrongdoings, and holding both governments and institutions accountable. Every threat and attack against journalists undermine these core values and contributes to a climate of fear and insecurity where freedom of expression cannot thrive.
We commend the relevant authorities for the swift arrests made in connection with this attack and encourage them to urgently finalize the investigation bring those responsible to justice and take all necessary measures to ensure that journalists can perform their work without fear for their safety. Furthermore, we urge all relevant institutions and organizations to strengthen efforts to promote and protect journalists' rights in the country, as attacks on journalists represent a serious assault on freedom of expression, the right to access to information, and core democratic values.
In the spirit of cooperation and commitment to the protection of human rights, UNESCO and the United Nations in Montenegro will continue to support initiatives that secure a free, safe, and independent media space in Montenegro, which is also a fundamental requirement for Montenegro’s path toward EU accession.
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