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Russian Raids Target Novaya Gazeta Amid Corruption Probe

4/10/2026

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Novaya Gazeta, a prominent independent investigative outlet in Russia, faced 11-hour raids on its offices.
The reasons for the searches are unclear.
The outlet's lawyers were barred from entry.
The raid relates to journalist Oleg Roldugin, who has been detained for 48 hours on suspicion of illegal data use.
Roldugin has reported on corruption involving high-profile figures, including former President Dmitry Medvedev.

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Story summary

Novaya Gazeta, a prominent independent investigative outlet in Russia, faced 11-hour raids on its offices.
The reasons for the searches are unclear.
The outlet's lawyers were barred from entry.
The raid relates to journalist Oleg Roldugin, who has been detained for 48 hours on suspicion of illegal data use.
Roldugin has reported on corruption involving high-profile figures, including former President Dmitry Medvedev.