AIB condemns attack on Kyiv TV tower
The AIB condemns the attack by Russia on the TV tower in Kyiv on Tuesday 1 March.
The tower is located at Babyn Yar, site of the murder in 1941 of more than 33,000 Jews in 48 hours. It is understood that the Babyn Yar Memorial sustained damage in the attack.
This appears to be an attempt to prevent Ukrainian citizens – men, women and children – having access to critical news and information at a time when their lives are in mortal danger.
It is essential that media organisations in Ukraine are able to report on the situation and the AIB calls on Russia to guarantee the safety and security of all journalists and colleagues in media organisations in Ukraine.
The AIB is also concerned by actions taken within Russia to restrict access to Ekho Moskvy radio and Dozhd TV whose news and information services have been essential for Russian citizens. The AIB is worried that the chief editor and other staff of Dozhd TV feel the need to leave Russia over fears for their safety.