A criminal case was opened against Dozhd presenter*, Nadezhda Matnikova, for participating in an "undesirable" organization.
A criminal case has been opened against the presenter of the Duzhed TV channel, Nadezhda Matnikova, the prosecutor's office in Moscow reported. According to the department, the journalist was previously brought to administrative responsibility under the article for participation in a "foreign non-governmental organization" (Article 20.33 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation).
Matelnikova has been working for Dozhed since 2016 - she is the presenter and author of her own shows on the publication's YouTube channel. In the past she has also collaborated with other media outlets, including being a video content producer for Forbes.
- Recognized by the Russian authorities as an undesirable organization. Also known as a foreign agent.