### [2026-11-9](/feed/2026/11/9/index.md)

##### Censorship in Russia
# Russian independent newspaper "Novaya Gazeta" closes its offices in Moscow, citing pressure from Russian authorities and security services, including restrictions on its operations, loss of media registration, and blocked donations. 




### Sources:

1. [AP](https://apnews.com/article/russian-newspaper-media-novaya-gazeta-closure-01cca444cb9636ee74a57979b0dcd604)

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