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Russia's most famous independent newspaper has shut down after more than 30 years

NPR | By Charles Maynes
Published November 10, 2026 at 3:56 PM CST

Russia's top independent newspaper is closing after more than 30 years amid state pressure and censorship laws. Its founder won the Nobel Peace Prize and several of its journalists have been killed.

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