Press freedom groups call for release of Bahraini photographer
 

07-01-14 02:42 AM

Press freedom organisations are calling for the release of award-winning photojournalist Ahmed Al-Fardan, who has been held without charge in Bahrain since 26 December. Fardan, who works for the Nurphoto, Demotex and Sipa photo agencies, was reportedly beaten when arrested at his home in the early hours. He has been denied visits by his lawyer and family, but he has twice been allowed to phone ...

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