Russian independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta announced it is ceasing operations, citing pressure from Russian authorities and the country's special services.

What it means

Novaya Gazeta, a prominent independent Russian newspaper known for its investigative journalism and criticism of the government, has announced it will close, citing pressure from the country's security services (the FSB and other 'special services'). This closure is part of a broader crackdown on independent media in Russia since the invasion of Ukraine, with many outlets forced to shut down or suspend operations due to restrictive laws and intimidation.

Accuracy & sourcesSourced

The claim is based on an announcement from Novaya Gazeta itself, reported by The Guardian, a reputable secondary source. The reporting is directly sourced from the newspaper's statement, making it highly reliable for the fact of the closure and the cited reason.

How new

This is a current report on the newspaper's decision to close, which follows earlier suspensions and ongoing pressure; it is genuinely new reporting on the closure announcement.

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