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Powerful front page - Daily Telegraph AJA CEO Robert Gregory is quoted in this powerful front cover story by Clarissa Bye at the Daily Telegraph. Robert said, "Antisemitism has surged across Australian society. If I had to give one reason as to why this has happened, it would be weak leadership. The Albanese Government has been missing in action. Whether it’s because they are trying to secure Muslim votes or because they are worried about losing the support of radical activists to the Greens, the impact is clear. The inaction of the government, filters down and impacts on Jewish people in the street. If the Government had taken strong action after the ugly scenes at the Opera House on October 9, we wouldn’t be in this position. From Anthony Albanese’s refusal to visit Israel, to Penny Wong’s insisting on not visiting the sites of the October 7 atrocities, it’s clear that Labor doesn’t values Jewish lives. The Albanese Government picks fights with Elon Musk but allows radical Islamic preachers and Imams to spew hatred, unchecked. We’ve seen mobs gather outside a Synagogue, storm a hotel, Jewish people beaten up, intimidated from attending university, told to stay home for their own safety by the police and doxed online. Instead of protecting the community, the instigators are often rewarded with government grants and awards. Australia’s Jewish institutions are surrounded by a ring of steel and armed protection. For the first time, I have heard Australian Jews, people born here, questioning whether they have a future in this country. Behind the veneer of the ‘Pro-Palestinian’ activist groups, lies an ugly antisemitism which exposes itself time and again. These groups have brought political activism into our universities and our children’s schools. ” For other subjects see: www.equaltime.com.au And www.elderlaws.com.au

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#Mediafreedom is under threat across #Europe and you would be surprised which countries are most at risk of losing essential civil liberties. For example, public television and radio in #Slovakia are currently under threat from the government´s attempts to take control of public media. If Slovakian politicians are successful, this could violate the European Media Freedom Act (#EMFA). Our Harald Schumann spoke to the Slovakian newspaper Denník N. about the impact of this measure on the population. #journalism #investigativejournalism #pressfreedom #freepress #humanrights

By displaying a the Israeli map in the UN that includes everything from Jordan river to the sea as part of its territory, isn't Netanyahu implicitly threatening an ethnic cleansing of the Palestinians? original question: “By displaying a the Israeli map in the UN that includes everything from Jordan river to the sea as part of its territory, isn't Netanyahu implicitly threatening an ethnic cleansing of the Palestinians?” No. Not everyone likes to admit it, but Israel does control the land from the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea. Parts of it, such as the West Bank’s Area A and the Gaza Strip, are not controlled by Israel, because Israel relinquished control, not because it was not Israel’s. Some people talk about the entire West Bank as Palestinian territory. It is not. Some people talk about all of Israel as Palestinian territory, and that’s not so either. Israel took the West Bank in 1967 — in a war intended to exterminate Israel — but Israel took it from Jordan, not from the Palestinians. (It was not considered Palestinian land when the Jordanians controlled it, 1949–1967; even the Palestinians didn’t consider it Palestinian land then. And before 1949, there was no West Bank.) The same applies to the Gaza Strip, which was controlled by Egypt from 1949 to 1967; before then there was no Gaza Strip. Israel took the Gaza Strip from Egypt, not from the Palestinians. The Gaza Strip became Palestinian land when it was turned over to them, in 2005, by Israel. (Paradoxically, Israel is the only country ever to give the Palestinians land of their own. Egypt didn't; Jordan didn’t; Lebanon and Syria didn't. But Israel did.) Israel is not interested in ethnic cleansing, and has demonstrated this many times. In the 1990s, there was an Israeli politician who proposed a policy of “transfer”, i.e. paying Palestinians money to go live elsewhere. He was roundly condemned as a racist and drummed out of Israeli politics. Israelis have little patience for such nonsense. Israel does have experience with ethnic cleansing; nearly 50% of Israelis are victims of it! After 1948, the Jewish communities of the Arab world, one by one, were ethnically cleansed; nearly 900,000 Jewish people became refugees. Some Jewish communities, such as those in Egypt, were older than Islam; others, such as those in Iraq, were older than Christianity. All were forced out; many made their way to Israel. Today they are Israel’s Mizrahi Jewish population; they are proud of Israel, and Israel is proud of them. If the Arab world was as proud of the Palestinians, the Middle East would be a different place. But that's not the case. In any event, the Palestinians of the Gaza Strip and the West Bank are not going anywhere. They are here to stay, just as Israel is. For other subjects see: www.equaltime.com.au and www.elderlaws.com.au

Oparanya’s Recommendation for ODM Deputy Leader Sparks Debate Co-operatives and SMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has endorsed Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi as his successor for the position of deputy party leader in the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). This… #ODM #Oparanya #Osotsi #SMEs >>> Read more

Increasing political and financial pressure threatens the independence and editorial autonomy of many media outlets in Serbia. We interviewed Irina Milutinovic, Senior Research Associate at the Institute of European Studies in Belgrade and co-author of the Country Report on Serbia of the Media Pluralism Monitor 2023 #MediaFreedom #MediaIndependence #MediaPluralism This interview is produced as part of the project “Transnational Advocacy for Freedom of Information in the Balkans - ATLIB” co-funded by the Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale https://buff.ly/3VEGSuo

Izmu - Embracing The Power Of Media And Communication For Unity: The Path To A Government Of National Unity In SA https://lnkd.in/dF2pWNTA

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🕊️ Transforming Media for Peace in Nineveh, Iraq: A Year in Review Our "Practicing Media for Peace" project, funded by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), brought together 19 journalists from diverse backgrounds in Nineveh Province, fostering a unique learning and collaborative environment. 📚 Empowering Through Education The project kicked off with workshops that provided an in-depth analysis of Iraq's media landscape. Participants were encouraged to critically examine how media narratives influence social cohesion. This knowledge was further enhanced in the second phase, where journalists partnered with local media outlets, applying their insights in real-world scenarios. 🗣️ Amal Hussien, Journalist & Participant, Reflects: "I realized the importance of covering a topic from all angles, including the opinions of all relevant parties. This approach is crucial for gaining a genuine and unbiased understanding of the media environment." 🌐 Deepening Insights with Focus Groups Insightful discussions with audiences across various cities in Nineveh enriched the project. These interactions informed the creation of impactful media content, leading to collaborations with five local media outlets. Production teams worked together to craft narratives that promote unity and understanding. 🤝 Talal Murad, Director of Ezidi 24, Shares His Thoughts: "The cooperation between journalists and media outlets was commendable. The quality of the reports was enhanced by accurate and sincere data, a result of in-person training, online meetings, and continuous communication." 🔗 Legacy of Unity: Tashabuk.media The project culminated in the launch of "Tashabuk.media," a platform symbolizing unity. This collective archive showcases the works and visions of the participating journalists, embodying their dedication to fostering solidarity through media. #MediaForPeace #UnityThroughMedia #NinevehProject #Journalism #MiCT #GIZ #Iraq

📢 Thrilled to share my involvement in the creation of the Metadata report for 2023, titled "The rights of journalists, freedom of expression, and independence of the media in North Macedonia," produced by Association of Journalists of Macedonia with the support of the European Union. I had the honor of working on the section focusing on the "Fund for Media Pluralism." Delving into this critical aspect was both challenging and rewarding, and I believe the insights shared in this report will contribute significantly to ongoing discussions about press freedom and media independence in North Macedonia. The report is divided into three key parts: 👉Violation of the copyrights of journalists and media workers 👉Fund for Media Pluralism 👉The election regulation for advertising and the independence of the media For those interested, you can access the full report in Macedonian, Albanian, and English through the following links: 🔗MK: https://lnkd.in/eU7dwZmt 🔗ALB: https://lnkd.in/eg-c66zh 🔗ENG: https://lnkd.in/exVUD4i4 Let's continue advocating for the rights of journalists and the crucial role they play in our society! 📰🤝 #Journalism #PressFreedom #MediaIndependence #MetadataReport2023 #EUSupport