Important Warning from RTÜK about the Russia-Ukraine War

While the war between Russia and Ukraine continues at full speed, the internet has started to host a great information pollution with this war. Today, after we saw that even animated videos took place in the mainstream media, From the Radio and Television Supreme Council (RTÜK) An important warning has come.

RTÜK released a statement regarding the news about Russia’s military intervention in Ukraine and stated that it is a necessity of journalism to share clear and clear information with the public. RTÜK is also in the news about the evacuation of Turkish citizens. The initiatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs should be conveyed in a healthy way. also emphasized.

RTÜK’s statement:

The events that took place as a result of Russia’s military intervention, which disregards Ukraine’s territorial integrity, deeply upset all of us as a nation. It is seen that in some publications, especially in the news from social media, about the aforementioned developments, erroneous information is given about the evacuation of our citizens living in Ukraine, and baseless accusations are made against the Ukrainian Embassy and consulates. Similarly, the necessary sensitivity is not shown in the sharing of images and information, It is noteworthy that people who do not have sufficient knowledge participate in the programs and give false information to the public.. It is obvious that the evaluations made by people who do not have sufficient knowledge in their field mislead the society rather than raise public awareness.

In the news, it is of great importance to convey the initiatives of our Ministry of Foreign Affairs, especially in the evacuation of our citizens living in Ukraine, in terms of creating a healthy perception environment. It should not be forgotten that both those who are waiting to be evacuated in Ukraine and those who are waiting to be evacuated in Turkey follow the publications closely. It is also confusing that publications include untrue information and baseless accusations that may overshadow the selfless work of all institutions of our state, especially our Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It is a requirement of journalism to share clear, clear information with the public.. It is essential that the statements of real experts and analysts are reflected in the news in the broadcasts in order to inform the society correctly about the events.

In addition, as much as possible, human sensitivities should be addressed in the news from regions that are watched carefully by everyone who is sensitive. choosing suitable images it is extremely important.

We sincerely believe that our media will show its difference in the latest developments in Ukraine, as it does in every international event. We are grateful to the press workers who risk their lives in hot regions and work selflessly. We know that the Turkish media will show the whole world how to do war reporting by telling the most accurately how military conflicts affect people. It is announced to the public with our respect.