Novaya Gazeta shuts down after authorities force closure
· World · BBC News, New York Times
Novaya Gazeta, one of Russia's most prominent independent newspapers, announced its closure after authorities revoked its licence and forced an eviction. The paper had operated for three decades investigating corruption and human rights abuses before its donation system was disabled, leaving no funding source. Six journalists connected to the paper were killed over time, including Anna Politkovskaya, who reported on the Chechen wars. The outlet blamed the Russian authorities and special services, calling the shutdown a coordinated act against freedoms.
Why it matters
The closure eliminates one of the last major independent platforms documenting rights abuses and corruption in Russia, leaving a significant gap in investigative journalism.
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