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‘Facing death threats, being punished for doing our job’: Bangladesh journos

Bangladeshi journalists face grave threats, including arson attacks on media offices and personal surveillance, ahead of the 2026 elections. Despite promises of safety, reporters feel unprotected, with no arrests made following the torching of Prothom Alo and The Daily Star. This escalating crisis signals a dangerous erosion of press freedom.

source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/south-asia/facing-death-threats-being-punished-for-doing-our-job-bangladesh-journos/articleshow/126150390.cms

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