Society · Moscow, Russia · November 10, 2026

Novaya Gazeta closes Moscow newsroom

Reported by 2 outlets · first reported Nov 9, 6:46 PM ET

Russia's last major independent critical paper closed its offices, citing pressure from authorities, lost registration and blocked donations.

Why it matters

Independent reporting inside Russia shrinks further.

Background

The paper was founded in 1993.

The story so far

1. Oct 30Novaya Gazeta announces closure
2. Oct 31Russia's Novaya Gazeta to close
3. Nov 9Novaya Gazeta closes Moscow newsroom
4. Nov 10Novaya Gazeta closes Moscow newsroom
5. Nov 11Novaya Gazeta shuts Moscow office after 33 years
6. Nov 12Russia's Novaya Gazeta closes Moscow office; Japanese journalist detained

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Sources

• PBS NewsHour ↗Nov 9, 6:46 PM ET
• AP via Wikipedia ↗November 9, 2026

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