“Media Advocate” urges not to create internal tension during these war days

The editor of the news department of the Public Television, Levon Sardaryan, expects accuracy from the media, while he makes inaccurate and contradictory posts on his Facebook page, spreading panic among the public. Levon Sardaryan made a post on Facebook late last night: “I demand that the mayors of Kajaran and Meghri judge with all the severity corresponding to the martial law. Are you animals?” Then he posted another update asking and demanding not to panic, noting that the mayors of Meghri and Kajaran were a little “spirited”. “I expect at least a little correctness from some media outlets. Be a little humane. “This country is a little bit yours too,” wrote Levon Sardaryan.

In fact, Levon Sardaryan’s first post itself causes panic, besides, the head of the news department of the TV company working at the expense of the public funds must first be accurate in his statements, expect accuracy from media. The media representative referring to the martial law himself violates the requirements of the martial law. It should be reminded that “The new amendments prohibit the disclosure of messages that criticize, refute, question the effectiveness or in any other way devalue actions (including speeches, publications) of state bodies and local governments and officials to ensure the legal regime of martial law and ensure state security.”

“Media Advocate” initiative urges not to create unnecessary tension on the already tense days, to be tolerant. This is not the proper time for disagreements and insults. Everyone has the right to express an opinion, it is understandable that nerves are on the edge, but in front of the public, the words and deeds of Public TV representatives must be more responsible and reasonable. Representatives of the Public Television are obliged to clarify the dissemination of information and work in coordination with state bodies. Expressing dissatisfaction with Facebook status and insulting are ineffective ways, it may only rise to panic and excessive tension. We ask and demand not to create internal tension during these war days. The police usually pay attention to such cases when representatives of non-governmental organizations do so.