Over 40 press associations, including Libération, criticize the treatment of Mediapart and Politis journalists at a far-right party conference in Orléans.
Press associations criticize treatment of colleagues
More than forty press associations, including that of Libération, are criticizing how journalists from Mediapart and Politis were treated during the weekend conference of a far-right party in Orléans.
Incident at the far-right conference
The journalists were reportedly subjected to verbal abuse and physical intimidation by attendees of the conference, which was organized by a far-right political group.
Reaction from media organizations
The press associations have issued a joint statement condemning the behavior and calling for an end to such attacks against journalists at political events.
Focus on press freedom
The incident has sparked broader discussions about press freedom and the safety of journalists covering politically charged events in France.
Calls for accountability
Some organizations are urging authorities to investigate the incident and hold those responsible accountable, emphasizing the importance of protecting media professionals.
