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Ethical Challenges in Covering Violence and Humanitarian Crises

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  • Suchitra Ramamurthy

    (Assistant Professor/Phd Scholar KLE Society of Science and Commerce College, Navi Mumbai)

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Covering violence and humanitarian crises is one of the most ethically demanding responsibilities of journalism. The pursuit of truth, public interest, and accountability often clashes with concerns related to human dignity, safety, trauma, political influence, and sensationalism. This research paper critically examines the ethical challenges journalists face while reporting on violence and humanitarian crises, particularly in the contemporary media environment shaped by digital platforms, competition for attention, and the post-truth climate. Through qualitative analysis of existing literature, case studies, and ethical frameworks, the study highlights key ethical dilemmas including victim representation, objectivity, safety of journalists, misinformation, and humanitarian intervention narratives. The paper further explores how journalistic ethics can be strengthened through responsible practices, institutional safeguards, and future-oriented approaches.

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  • Suchitra Ramamurthy, 2026. "Ethical Challenges in Covering Violence and Humanitarian Crises," International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), vol. 13(1), pages 2249-2255, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjc:journl:v:13:y:2026:i:1:p:2249-2255
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