Hawzah News Agency- As he addressed members of MINDS International—a global network of leading news agencies—the Pope described these "extraordinary eyewitness accounts" as the "culmination of the daily efforts of countless people who work to ensure that information is not manipulated for ends that are contrary to truth and human dignity''.
In a world marked by violent conflict and misinformation, the Pope called on media professionals to recognize the risks their colleagues take to ensure the world stays informed—and to honor their sacrifices by upholding the highest standards of integrity and truth.
In light of this, the Pope reiterated his long-standing appeal for the release of journalists who have been unjustly detained or persecuted. "Doing the work of a journalist can never be considered a crime'', he insisted. "It is a right that must be protected''.
He warned of attempts to suppress or manipulate information in the name of political or ideological interests and called on reporters and media professionals to hold fast to their vocation, even under pressure: "Your service requires competence, courage, and a sense of ethics''.
Source: VATICAN NEWS
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