OSCE Mission to Moldova is concerned about possible repercussions on freedom of media stemming from Braghis case

OSCE Mission to Moldova is concerned about possible repercussions on freedom of media stemming from the case of the sales manager of Pro TV Chisinau, Ghenadie Braghis. A press release of OSCE Mission calls on the Moldovan law enforcement and judicial authorities, while handling the case against Ghenadie Braghis, to act in strict compliance with the norms and spirit of European and OSCE norms and principles and to refrain from any actions which could be interpreted as applying pressure on an independent media outlet to affect its editorial policy. The Mission has requested that the General Prosecutor provide clarification on a number of issues, including those concerning a defendant’s right of access to defence council and prolongation of pre-arraignment detention.