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Russia intensifies persecution of independent journalists, with six new arrests reported.
Persecution of Free Media
Jeanne Cavelier from Reporters Without Borders (RSF) condemns the escalating persecution of independent journalists in Russia.
- Authorities arrested six journalists from independent media outlets in a short span of time.
- Antonina Favorskaya, known for her coverage of Alexei Navalny, is among the arrested journalists.
- Favorskaya faces accusations of “extremist activities” for her reporting on Navalny.
Charges Against the Arrested Journalists
The Investigative Committee of Russia has requested Favorskaya’s arrest for allegedly “participating in an extremist organization.”
- Favorskaya extensively covered Navalny’s court hearings and reported from the penal colonies and cemetery where Navalny was buried.
- Six journalists, including Favorskaya, were arrested on Wednesday and Thursday.
- Favorskaya was arrested while being released after spending 10 days in detention in Moscow.
