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Mikhail Tkach, a Ukrainian investigative journalist, was detained in Vienna while reporting on fugitive Prosecutor General Kravchenko, raising press freedom concerns.
Background
Ukraine has been engaged in a large-scale conflict since 2022, leading to significant international support and ongoing diplomatic efforts. This conflict has also intensified scrutiny on issues of state power accountability and the rule of law, both within Ukraine and concerning Ukrainian figures abroad.
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Journalist Mykhailo Tkach Detained in Vienna
First report 7h agoLast update 3h agoThe editorial team and colleagues demand the immediate release of Mykhailo Tkach and an official explanation from Austrian authorities, citing concerns for press freedom.
Journalist Detained in Vienna While Investigating Prosecutor
First report 7h agoLast update 3h agoThe editorial team and media circles consider the detention illegal, calling for Tkach's immediate release and an official explanation from Austrian authorities, citing concerns for press freedom.
Ukrainian journalist Mykhailo Tkach detained in Vienna, sparking press freedom concerns
First report 11h agoLast update 3h agoThe detention of Mykhailo Tkach is illegal and unjustified, demanding his immediate release and an official explanation from Austrian authorities, with concerns for press freedom.
Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is actively investigating the circumstances of Mykhailo Tkach's detention and has requested access to him from Austrian authorities.
Reporting the detention of Mykhailo Tkach in Vienna while on assignment, noting that his colleague Yaroslav Bondarenko's whereabouts are currently unknown.
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