On 3 May Reporters Without Borders released its 2004 Annual Report – “Freedom of the Press throughout the World” , as well as the list of the 37 predators who committed press freedom violations. More than 130 journalists are currently imprisoned around the world just for doing their job. Forty-two were killed in 2003 in the course of their work or because of their opinions, mainly in Asia and the Middle East (especially the Iraq war). It was the highest number since 1995. 766 others were arrested, at least 1,460 physically attacked or threatened and 501 media censored. The report is on sale for 8 Euros from Reporters Without Borders head office. It can also be downloaded on their website www.rsf.org.
Reporters Without Borders is launching a publicity drive on TV, radio and in the written press to make people aware of its daily battle for press freedom. The TV campaign and the radio spots are featured on their website. The written press campaign will present three situations not seen in France but unfortunately possible in other countries. They contain tough messages saying that journalists are public enemies. Copies of the campaign packs can be ordered from presse@rsf.org or communication@rsf.org.