What role does the media have when it comes to reporting acts of terrorism? The oxygen of publicityThe objective of terrorist groups is simple – to obtain as much publicity as possible, through its violent acts. However, whether on a national or an international level, the media has a duty to play a responsible role while undertaking reporting on violent extremism and terrorism. There is also a need for the media to separate the different kinds of violent extremist and terrorist groups. The central goal of the media should be to keep the public informed, while the government needs to ensure that this information is measured, and be mindful of national security considerations while avoiding undue publicity or providing extremists and terrorists the “oxygen of publicity.”

Source: Dhaka Tribune September 05, 2016 19:30 UTC