The United States Tuesday expressed solidarity with journalists who risk their lives to keep the public informed.
In a message on World Press Freedom Day, the U.S. State Department acknowledged journalism is often a dangerous profession.
"Today, we take this opportunity to express solidarity with the brave journalists who risk their lives to inform the public and express their views," the statement said.
The State Department also reaffirmed its support to the organizations that work to protect the rights of independent media and support the work of journalists around the world.
"The United States will continue working to advance press freedom as a key part of our efforts to promote democracy and human rights," the department said. "Events during the last year again demonstrated the crucial role the press plays to advance the struggle for freedom."
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