UN warns worsening conditions for women journalists in Afghanistan on Press Freedom Day

Richard Bennett warned that media restrictions in Afghanistan have intensified, with women journalists facing significantly harsher conditions than their male counterparts.

Marking World Press Freedom Day on May 3, Bennett said female reporters are confronted with discrimination, movement restrictions, and strict dress code requirements that severely limit their ability to work.

He stressed the need for urgent protection of journalists, particularly women, and called for stronger...