"The Inter American Press Association (IAPA) strongly condemned press freedom violations in Venezuela, where in recent days journalists have been attacked, intimidated, and detained, and the work of the media has been obstructed. The organization considered it imperative to ensure their safety and respect media coverage of a matter of great public interest.
The controversial electoral process in Venezuela, which concluded on July 28 with Nicolás Maduro declared as the winner, has sparked protests in different parts of the country and clashes between security forces and protesters, resulting in at least 11 deaths, according to Reuters.
Journalistic personnel, witnessing the tense situation on the streets, have been exposed to numerous risks during the coverage of the political crisis. According to the organization Espacio Público, protests were suppressed, some with arbitrary detentions, acts of intimidation, and attacks on press workers."
