Russia’s independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta announced Friday that it was closing after more than three decades. The newspaper said state pressure, including a Kremlin crackdown and a ban on the outlet, had made it impossible to continue; its editor said the government had forced the editorial team to stop work.
WHO:
Novaya Gazeta
WHAT:
Novaya Gazeta announced that it was closing and ceasing publication.
WHEN:
Oct 30, 2026
WHERE:
Russia
WHY:
Novaya Gazeta said state pressure, including a Kremlin crackdown and a ban on the outlet, made it impossible to continue its work.
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