Nobel Committee condemns closure of Russian newspaper. Management accuses Kremlin of repression

The Nobel Committee expressed deep concern over the closure of the independent Russian newspaper 'Novaya Gazeta', viewing it as part of the Kremlin's repressive campaign against media. Dmitri Muratov, the former director, stated that the decision reflects the government's intent to eliminate dissent against the war. The UN also condemned the closure, with Volker Turk, the High Commissioner for Human Rights, urging Russian authorities to cease hindering media coverage of significant public interest issues. Founded in 1993, 'Novaya Gazeta' was one of the last outlets openly criticizing Russia's actions in Ukraine and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2021. Despite being forced out of their building, journalists may be planning new projects for safety reasons.