Viktor Muchnik

Affiliated media: Govorit NeMoskva, Editor-in-chief

Incident date: July 18, 2025

Attack type:

• Court trial

Who attacked: Authorities

Source: Mediazona

Location: Russia, Tomsk Oblast, Tomsk

Additional information:

The Soviet District Court of Tomsk has fined Viktor Muchnik, editor-in-chief of Govorit NeMoskva, 5,000 rubles (approximately €50) under Article 20.33 of the Code of Administrative Offenses for involvement in the activities of an “undesirable” organization. The case was triggered by Muchnik’s 2024 interview with Radio Liberty, during which, according to the Tomsk FSB, “the prospects for Siberia’s secession” were discussed.