Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, has condemned the killing of journalist Muawiya Abdel Razek in Khartoum, Sudan on 4 June.
I condemn the killing of Muawiya Abdel Razek. I call for a thorough investigation to identify the perpetrators and bring them to justice. Journalists and media workers are essential channels of information during a conflict and their safety must be ensured by all parties.
Audrey AzoulayUNESCO Director-General
Muawiya Abdel Razek worked as an investigative journalist with local online and print newspapers Al-Jarifa, Akhir Lahza, and Al-Akhbar. He was reportedly shot dead along with three of his family members.
UNESCO promotes the safety of journalists through global awareness-raising, capacity building and by coordinating the implementation of the UN Plan of Action on the Safety of Journalists and the Issue of Impunity.
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