Russian Authorities Detain Novaya Gazeta Editor Sergei Sokolov
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Novaya Gazeta editor Sergei Sokolov was detained by Russian authorities following a home raid.
Russian law enforcement detained Sergei Sokolov, the editor-in-chief of the independent publication Novaya Gazeta, following a search of his residence in Moscow. The action against the journalist forms part of a criminal inquiry initiated earlier in the spring. Sokolov was taken by authorities for questioning regarding the ongoing investigation.
- The backgroundLaw enforcement raided the apartment as part of a criminal probe opened earlier this year.
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Independent journalism in Russia has faced severe restrictions and ongoing pressure from state authorities, with numerous critical outlets and reporters targeted by criminal proceedings.
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Law enforcement officials searched the apartment of Novaya Gazeta editor-in-chief Sergei Sokolov before detaining him for questioning.
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- The Straits TimesAfter summaryRussian investigators question Novaya Gazeta editor after raiding his home1h ago · open ↗
- The Moscow TimesNovaya Gazeta Editor-in-Chief Detained in Moscow2h ago · open ↗
- France 24Russia detains independent outlet Novaya Gazeta editor Sergei Sokolov2h ago · open ↗
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