Novaya Gazeta to Close Permanently Citing Intolerable Pressure
Russia's independent newspaper announces permanent closure next month.
By Spark News Desk · · Europe
Novaya Gazeta, a prominent independent Russian media outlet, has announced it will permanently close next month. The newspaper cited intolerable pressure from authorities, including the loss of its newsroom, donation platforms, and legal right to publish.
The outlet, whose former editor Dmitry Muratov won the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize, has long been known for its investigative reporting on corruption, rights abuses, and social issues. Editor-in-chief Sergei Sokolov described the closure as a reflection of a country and society being 'systematically crushed.'
The newspaper, founded in the 1990s and once partially funded by Mikhail Gorbachev, will cease operations entirely, marking a significant loss for independent journalism in Russia.
Why it matters
The closure of Novaya Gazeta highlights the growing restrictions on free press in Russia and the impact on public access to independent reporting. It signals a broader trend of media suppression affecting journalists and civil society.
Sources
- What's at stake for Trump in the US midterms? — BBC News
- Russian society being ‘systematically crushed’ says Novaya Gazeta as newspaper announces closure — The Guardian
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