The Moscow branch of Russia’s Investigative Committee has launched a criminal case against Meduza journalist Dmitry Kuznets, accusing him of participating in the activities of an “undesirable” organization.
According to investigators, Kuznets, while residing outside Russia, “continued to take part in the activities of an organization deemed undesirable in the country.”
The committee said that six audio recordings featuring Kuznets appeared online in March and April, in which he “disseminated information about economic, political, and social developments in the Russian Federation.”
Authorities are considering adding Kuznets to Russia’s wanted list.
In April 2024, Kuznets was charged with a misdemeanor offense for involvement in the activities of an “undesirable” organization. A court later fined him 10,000 rubles (about $130).
In May, the Investigative Committee also opened a criminal case against Meduza publisher Galina Timchenko on charges of organizing the activities of a designated “undesirable organization.” On July 9, a Moscow court ordered her arrest in absentia.