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UNESCO Director-General condemns killing of journalists Marckendy Nathoux and Jimmy Jean in Haiti
I condemn the killing of Marckendy Nathoux and Jimmy Jean. Journalists play a vital role in informing the public and must be protected. I call upon the authorities to ensure these crimes are investigated and prosecuted.
Marckendy Nathoux worked for Voice of America in Haiti, while Jimmy Jean worked with online outlet Moun Afe Bon.
They were reportedly killed by members of an armed group as they were waiting to attend a press conference by the Health Minister in a hospital. Seven other journalists were injured in the same attack.
UNESCO promotes the through global awareness-raising, capacity building and by coordinating the implementation of the on the Safety of Journalists and the Issue of Impunity.
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鈥淪ince wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the defenses of peace must be constructed鈥 鈥 UNESCO Constitution, 1945.
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