Philippine radio reporter Nestor Micator killed in drive-by shooting
Bangkok, May 27, 2026—Philippine authorities must conduct a thorough investigation into the killing of radio journalist Nestor Micator, identify and arrest those responsible, and ensure they are brought to full justice, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Wednesday. Micator, a news reporter at the local D’Empire Radio Station, was shot and killed on May 21…
Philippine journalist RJ Nichole Ledesma killed in army operation
Bangkok, April 30, 2026—The Philippines government must immediately conduct an independent investigation into the killing of community journalist RJ Nichole Ledesma and hold any military members responsible for his death accountable, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Thursday. On April 19, Ledesma, a writer and editor at the local Paghimutad Negros and former editor-in-chief of…