CPJ accuses Ethiopian authorities of pressure campaign against independent newsroom
The Committee to Protect Journalists has accused Ethiopian authorities of an escalating campaign against independent outlet Addis Standard, condemning the detention of its editor-in-chief and a raid on its newsroom. The group is calling for an immediate end to the actions.
The Committee to Protect Journalists has accused Ethiopian authorities of pursuing an escalating campaign against independent outlet Addis Standard, condemning the detention and assault of its editor-in-chief along with a raid on its newsroom that destroyed and seized equipment.
CPJ said the publication's offices were also served with an eviction order. The organization argues the actions form part of a broader pattern of pressure on independent journalism in Ethiopia.
The outlet has not issued an official statement on the events. Press freedom advocates are calling on the international community to draw attention to the case.
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