Russia’s Putin signs law extending Kremlin’s grip over media
Vedomosti, Russia’s most prominent independent daily newspaper, sits for sale at a street vendor's stall in Moscow. The publication aspires to Western standards of journalism. (Andrey Rudakov/Bloomberg News)
MOSCOW — In a move that will significantly constrict Russia’s fast-shrinking space for independent reporting, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday signed into law a measure that will curtail foreign ownership of media outlets in his country.Russia’s Putin signs law extending Kremlin’s grip over media.odt by Thavam
