International non-governmental organization “Novomedia Journalists Association” declares its solidarity with all media workers who faithfully and competently perform their professional duties when covering protests in Kiev and other cities of Ukraine.

We condemn any unlawful violence against journalists.

We reiterate that according to the Criminal Code of Ukraine, preventing lawful professional activity of journalists is classified as a criminal offence.

We urge competent authorities to ensure thorough investigation of each and every case of physical aggression against the press and impose proper sanctions on the guilty through judicial means.

We call journalists to closely observe personal safety precautions.

We offer Ukrainian and foreign media workers organizational and advisory support. Please kindly contact Novomedia Association’s office at +38-050-783-26-33 or mail (at) novomedia.org.

Sincerely,

Ruslan Kukharchuk, President, Novomedia Association