The International Association of Broadcasting (IAB) expresses its deep concern regarding the death threats received by journalist Roberto Montalvo Hipólito, a reporter carrying out his journalistic work in the municipality of Acayucan, in the state of Veracruz, Mexico.

According to publicly available information reported by media outlets, the journalist denounced having received intimidating messages and audio recordings on his mobile phone, in which he is directly threatened because of his journalistic activities.

IAB recalls that threats against journalists constitute a serious form of intimidation, affecting not only the safety of media professionals but also the public’s right to receive free and plural information.

IAB urges the competent authorities to conduct a prompt and thorough investigation, identify those responsible, and adopt the necessary measures to guarantee the journalist’s safety and the full exercise of journalistic activity.

IAB reaffirms its solidarity with journalist Roberto Montalvo and with all media professionals who face risks for carrying out their duty to inform, and reiterates its permanent commitment to the defense of freedom of expression and freedom of the press in the Americas.

Montevideo, March 4, 2026.