Russian journalist fined for discrediting army
Russian journalist Sergei Sokolov fined for discrediting the army after publishing an article about Russian orphans fighting in Ukraine. Novaya Gazeta known for investigations against the Kremlin. Sokolov disagrees with the charge.
Key Points
- Sergei Sokolov fined for discrediting Russian army
- Article 'Nobody's boys' focused on Russian orphans fighting in Ukraine
- Novaya Gazeta known for investigative reporting against the Kremlin
Pros
- Independent journalism shedding light on important issues
- Challenging government actions and policies
Cons
- Risking retaliation from authorities
- Potential censorship and fines for speaking out