Overview

• 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.