International press freedom groups have criticized Moldova for denying entry to 18 Romanian journalists who planned to cover riots in the Moldovan capital.
In separate statements, Reporters Without Borders and the Committee to Protect Journalists said the decision by Moldovan authorities was unfair.
The journalists, who were working for Romanian and international media, were stopped from entering Moldova on Tuesday as anti-communist protesters rioted in the capital.
The two press freedom groups on Wednesday said the ban prevented proper media coverage of the situation.
Moldovan President Vladimir Voronin has accused neighboring Romania of being behind riots in which more than 90 people were injured. Romania denies the allegations.
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