Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine, Nobel Peace Prize winner tells BBC
Summary
Dmitry Muratov, Nobel Peace Prize winner and co-founder of the Russian newspaper Novaya Gazeta, says Russia can no longer claim victory in the war in Ukraine. He also warns of the risk of nuclear weapons use and describes the harsh crackdown on free speech in Russia since the invasion began.Key Facts
- Dmitry Muratov co-founded Novaya Gazeta over 30 years ago, a paper known for independent journalism and exposing abuses in Russia.
- Muratov won the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize for defending freedom of expression in Russia.
- The Russian government took over Novaya Gazeta’s printing presses and blocked its website, limiting its ability to publish.
- Since the start of Russia’s military action in Ukraine, about 1,500 people have been jailed for speaking against the government’s policies.
- Muratov says the conflict has caused over a million casualties and that Russia cannot claim victory.
- He warns that talks about nuclear weapon use have increased and are sometimes discussed openly on Russian state platforms.
- Muratov says it is uncertain what President Putin truly plans regarding nuclear weapons.
- Novaya Gazeta’s journalists face severe risks; six have been killed, including Anna Politkovskaya, a reporter on the Chechnya war.
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