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Independent Russian Newspaper Novaya Gazeta Shuts Down Amid Pressure

The prominent independent Russian newspaper Novaya Gazeta has announced its closure, citing mounting pressure from authorities and special services. Editor-in-Chief Sergei Sokolov confirmed the shutdown in a video statement, marking the end of one of Russia's most high-profile investigative news outlets.

Referenced News Coverage (3 sources)

Prominent Russian newspaper shuts down under pressure from authorities (BBC News)
Russian newspaper Novaya Gazeta to close, citing pressure from ‘special services’ (The Guardian)
Russia ‘forces’ closure of investigative newspaper Novaya Gazeta (Al Jazeera English)