Independent Russian newspaper Novaya Gazeta has shut down, marking another blow to media freedom in Russia amid mounting pressure on critical voices from the Kremlin.
The outlet was one of the last in the country to openly criticise Russia’s military offensive in Ukraine. Its closure comes as Moscow’s campaign against dissenting media has intensified since Russian troops were sent into Ukraine in 2022.
The shutdown reflects a broader tightening of the Kremlin’s grip on independent journalism, with remaining critical outlets facing increasing scrutiny and restrictions.
