Journalists are the voice of the people and the first line of defense for the truth, and the state must support them – by whispering letters – ✍️ Dr. Al-Baqir Abdul Qayyum Ali
The state's deliberate neglect of their financial needs in the circumstances of this war, when all their interests have been disrupted, is one of the most serious and important problems related to the media situation . marginalization in these circumstances increases the complexity of the media situation in the country.
Journalists represent an integral and essential part of the state and also constitute the voice of the people in times of peace and war. The media plays a vital and central role in shedding light on social, political and cultural issues. in general and transmit abstract facts without falsification, guide public opinion and protect human rights, because they have the responsibility to report events as they occur with complete transparency, and not just for the sake of documentation. For history, but also to guarantee the integrity of information, its circulation, denounce violations and disinformation that may arise and improve transparency in relationships at all times. Additionally, journalists help build trust between the state and its people. the interface that conveys messages from the government to the people, conveys the pulse of the people to the government and also exposes any manipulation or corruption.
In reality, the war is a media war which is no less important than the traditional military war. The media has become the state's first line of defense, as it fundamentally contributes to shaping internal and external public opinion, revealing disinformation, dispelling confusion and refuting it. rumors and support for political and military positions.
In such contexts, it is unacceptable for the state to remain indifferent to the urgent housing and funding needs of journalists, as they play a vital role in presenting the truth, at the same time providing moral support to the people and to the State, and denounce violations, because they are the trustworthy eye that protects the homeland.
If the State realizes the importance of the media in defending its interests and national security, it must adopt strategies to protect and support journalists, especially in these circumstances, since they do not have the most basic necessities of life and, in fact, they work despite the harshness of these circumstances.
The state must recognize the vital role played by journalists and cooperate with media institutions and websites that have a proven track record of professionalism. The State must also preserve the material and moral rights of journalists so that they can exercise their journalistic mission with credibility. and accuracy and balance, so as to strengthen the state's efforts to export its media message with impartiality, transparency and credibility, since they are not just mere transmitters of information, but rather constitute an essential element to shape public awareness and support. The state faces challenges. If the state does not stand by journalists and provide them with resources and support, it will run the risk of losing control over media material and the quality of content of all published materials, allowing his enemies to spread misleading information and strengthen defamation and rumor campaigns against him. In conclusion: journalists are actually the first line of defense for the truth, the reputation of the state and the rights of the people, so we must support them, and this issue is considered one of them. state priorities, especially in such circumstances. Exceptionalism in which facts waver, transparency is lacking and rumors are generated.
And God is behind the intention
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