Kosovar Threads of a Smear Campaign
Despite numerous requests, the US Embassy in Prishtina, a funder of S Bunker, remains silent, ignoring our concerns. We await a response from the Independent Media Commission. Engage with our debate.
Dear Subscribers,
In light of recent events, it is crucial to delve deeper into the narratives shaping our understanding of press freedom and journalistic integrity. On World Press Freedom Day, I shared a thread on Twitter outlining a smear campaign that not only targets my professional integrity but also highlights broader issues within the media landscape in Kosovo.
For clarity, here are the key details:
Close connections exist between certain media personalities and outlets that have actively participated in discrediting independent journalism.
Outlets like Telegrafi, Epoka E Re and NACIONALE have failed in their editorial duties by merely copying statements from S Bunker without any form of verification.
Direct interactions with some of the editors have shown a disturbing indifference to journalistic ethics.
Despite numerous requests, S Bunker has yet to provide evidence of their alleged communications with the US State Department.
Despite numerous requests addressed towards the US Embas…
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