"The United States condemns any attempts to intimidate, harass, and punish journalists and independent voices for exercising fundamental rights to free speech and a free press."
"Freedom of expression is a foundational component of a functioning democracy, a belief also reflected in Russia's own constitution, specifically Article 29."
"We urge the Russian government and courts to uphold this obligation to respect the fundamental freedom of expression, recognizing that societies are strengthened by the ability of individuals to express themselves freely."
"The raid on Novaya Gazeta involved the detention of journalist Oleg Roldugin and the seizure of equipment, with authorities citing alleged illegal use of personal data."
The United States has condemned Russia's recent detentions of journalists and a raid on the independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta. A State Department spokesperson highlighted the importance of freedom of expression as a fundamental democratic principle, referencing Russia's own constitutional protections. The raid involved the detention of journalist Oleg Roldugin and the seizure of equipment, with authorities citing alleged illegal use of personal data. Novaya Gazeta has a history of exposing human rights abuses, making it a target for state repression.
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