Yangon Archives - Committee to Protect Journalists

Myanmar media owner attacked by slingshot-wielding assailants

July 17, 2015 11:10 AM EDT

New York, July 17, 2015–The owner of a media group in Myanmar was attacked on Tuesday by slingshot-wielding assailants, according to news reports. The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns the attack and calls on authorities to prosecute the perpetrators.

Burma deports Australian reporter covering protests

May 8, 2014 2:48 PM EDT

New York, May 8, 2014–An Australian journalist covering protests in Burma was deported by authorities today, according to news reports. The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns the move.