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RSF's World Press Freedom Index shows decline in "safe" countries for journalists (Demo)

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By HRNJ-Uganda International Media News April 18, 2019

Threats, insults and attacks are now part of the "occupational hazards" for journalists in many countries.
Source: MEDIA FEED

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