Russia Bans The Moscow Times, Labeling It 'Undesirable'

The independent news outlet faces severe restrictions, with criminal penalties for those who engage with it.

The Moscow Times was banned for allegedly discrediting Russian leadership and policies.
The designation makes any cooperation with the outlet a criminal offense, risking up to five years in prison.
The Moscow Times has vowed to continue its operations despite the ban.
The outlet was previously labeled a 'foreign agent' and had moved its operations to the Netherlands in 2022.
Other independent media outlets in Russia have faced similar bans and restrictions.