International News:Did you know that Jounalist around the world are under attack

Did you know that Jounalist around the world are under attack

The past year was a difficult one for journalists. The number of attacks and kidnappings of media workers soared. Carefully staged murders of reporters became all too common. And governments around the world increasingly used national security as an excuse to detain journalists and stifle criticism of their actions.

Some countries were more dangerous for journalists than others. The Middle East, and Syria in particular, was the worst place to be a journalist. China, Iran and Eritrea were among the countries that imprisoned the most journalists.

Freedom House says press freedom around the world is at its lowest level in a decade.

Inside Story takes a look at why the profession has got so dangerous, and what it will take to ensure journalists do their jobs safely.

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