
The Association of Journalists of Albania (AGSH) has strongly condemned the physical attack on journalist Elton Qyno, describing it as an unacceptable act that, according to preliminary data, is related to the exercise of his professional duty.
In its official response, AGSH emphasizes that any form of violence, threat or intimidation against journalists constitutes a serious violation of media freedom and the public's right to be informed, while calling on the authorities to conduct swift, impartial and professional investigations to fully clarify the incident and hold the author legally accountable.
"Reaction of the Association of Journalists of Albania (AGSH)
The Association of Journalists of Albania strongly condemns the physical attack on Syri TV journalist Elton Qyno, an unacceptable act that, according to the data so far, was committed due to the exercise of his professional duty by citizen RN.
Any form of violence, threat or intimidation against journalists constitutes a serious violation of media freedom and the public's right to be informed. Journalists must be able to practice their profession without fear of attacks or retaliation due to their reporting.
At the same time, we appreciate the reaction of the State Police and demand that the investigations be carried out swiftly, impartially and professionally, in order to fully document the circumstances of the event and to hold the perpetrator accountable, in accordance with the law.