Following the attack on the offices of French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo today in Paris, which resulted in the deaths of a number of journalists and police officers, ARTICLE 19 strongly condemns this act of violence.
“The attack on Charlie Hebdo Magazine in Paris is a deplorable and malicious act of cowardice that must be universally condemned,” said Thomas Hughes, Executive Director of ARTICLE 19.
“It is an attempt to silence journalists and media workers who have devoted themselves to protecting freedom of expression, defending the principle that the freedom to satirise and offend is essential in any society. This is not only a crime against these brave individuals, but against freedom of expression itself. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the victims and their families".
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