ArmInfo.Armenian Ombudsman Arman Tatoyan appealed to Armenian journalists in connection with the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists. This was reported to ArmInfo at the office of the Ombudsman of the Republic of Armenia.
"November 2 marks the International Day for the End of Impunity for Crimes against Journalists. One of the main activities of the Human Rights Defender is to ensure respect for the activities of journalists and ensure their unimpeded work. Freedom of journalistic activity and freedom of speech is one of the main indicators of democracy in the country responsible journalism and daily hard work; you contribute to the development of democracy in the country Thus, civilian control over the state is guaranteed, "Tatoyan said.
At the same time, according to him, the role of a journalist in promoting dissent and ensuring an atmosphere of solidarity in the country is high. Tatoyan expressed his conviction that this is an important pledge to overcome the challenges facing the country and ensure a smooth transition to change. "Any interference with the professional activities of a journalist should be subject to a serious reaction from the state, and the person who committed this violation should be punished. The journalist himself must be sure that his professional work is protected by the state," said Tatoyan, assuring that he will continue efforts to ensure the proper functioning of journalists.