Russian court sentences journalist to 4 years for working with U.S.-funded Radio Free Europe.

A Russian court sentenced 24-year-old journalist Nika Novak to four years in prison for collaborating with a foreign media organization, specifically the U.S.-funded Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. She was convicted of producing false materials that discredited Russia's military and government. The human rights group Memorial has labeled her a political prisoner, highlighting Russia's crackdown on independent media.

November 26, 2024
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