Affiliated media: Cherta, Independent media outlet

Incident date: November 7, 2025

Attack type:

• Labelling media/individuals as foreign agents

Who attacked: Authorities

Source: Ministry of Justice of the Russian Federation

Location: Russia, Moscow, Moscow

Additional information:

The Russian Ministry of Justice has added the publication "Cherta" to its register of “foreign agents.” The Ministry stated that the designation was based on allegations that the outlet disseminated false information about government decisions and policies, published material intended to create a negative image of the Russian army, and opposed Russia’s military action in Ukraine. "Cherta" is an independent media outlet reporting on violence, inequality, and everyday life in Russia.