Hamburg Honors Anna Politkovskaya with Named Square

The city of Hamburg has dedicated a public square to the late Russian journalist, symbolizing a commitment to press freedom and justice.

Hamburg has become the first German city to name a public square after Anna Politkovskaya, a Russian journalist and human rights activist murdered in 2006.
The square is located in the Eimsbüttel district and was inaugurated in the presence of Politkovskaya's family members.
A memorial stone on the square features a quote from Politkovskaya and a QR code linking to more information about her life and work.
Politkovskaya was renowned for her investigative journalism, particularly her reports on the Chechen conflict, and was a vocal critic of the Russian government.
The dedication coincides with Hamburg's 'Week of Press Freedom,' emphasizing the ongoing importance of independent journalism in democratic societies.