The Syrian Journalists Association documented four journalists and media activists killed by regime forces in Syria during April, bringing to total number to 240 since March, 2011. The Association also documented other violations, including physical assault, kidnapping, banishing and sabotage of media centers. The same period witnessed several violations against journalists in opposition-held and contested areas. The Association calls on battalions and armed groups which extended their control over those areas to respect the freedom of the media work and work, to ensure the safety of media workers, and to hold to account all those involved in these violations.” (Source: Syrian Journalists Association)
Four Journalists Killed in April Bring Total to 240 since Early 2011
Preserving independence and national sovereignty and maintaining the Syrian people's unity within the same Syrian soil is one of the critical pillars of the Syrian Coalition. The Coalition aims to overthrow the Assad regime along with all its symbols and pillars. It also aims to dismantle its security apparatus and hold accountable those involved in crimes against Syrians. In addition, it seeks to achieve a transition to a pluralistic, democratic and civil Syria.
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