"They killed us" – announced the closure of Novaya Gazeta in a farewell letter.

Novaja Gazeta, a prominent independent Russian newspaper, will cease operations on November 9 due to increasing government repression. Founded in 1993, it has been a critical voice against the government, with several journalists, including Anna Politkovskaya, murdered for their work. Since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, the paper faced severe restrictions, including losing its operating license and being labeled a 'foreign agent.' Editor Sergei Sokolov announced the closure, attributing it to systematic efforts by the state to dismantle press freedom and civil rights. The newspaper's farewell letter highlights the ongoing repression in Russia, comparing it to Stalin's era, and expresses gratitude to its supporters, promising one final issue.