Russia's last critical newspaper Novaya Gazeta shuts Moscow office after state pressure

Novaya Gazeta, Russia's last openly critical newspaper, has been forced to close its Moscow office after security services evicted it, blocked printing, shut down donations, and revoked its media registration. This marks the complete elimination of independent press in Russia, consolidating state control over information. The move signals further tightening of domestic repression and reduces avenues for dissent.

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