Anna Politkovskaya

Begins Covering Chechen War

Politkovskaya began fearless reporting on the Second Chechen War for Novaya Gazeta, documenting human rights abuses and civilian suffering. Her courageous journalism put her at immediate risk but brought crucial issues to light.

First Detention and Threats

Faced her first detention and serious threats for her reporting, but continued her investigative work. International journalism community began recognizing her bravery and commitment to truth.

Nord-Ost Theater Coverage

Reported on the Moscow theater hostage crisis, attempting to negotiate with terrorists. Her reporting exposed government failures and brought international attention to her work.

Poisoning Attempt Survives

Survived a suspected poisoning attempt while traveling to Beslan school siege. The attack intensified international concern for her safety and highlighted dangers facing Russian journalists.

International Recognition Grows

Won multiple international journalism awards for her courageous reporting on Chechnya. Despite ongoing threats, she continued exposing corruption and human rights violations in Russia.

Murdered in Moscow

Assassinated in her apartment building on Putin's birthday, shot four times. Her murder became a symbol of press freedom violations in Russia and sparked international outrage.

Martyred Journalism Icon

Remembered as a courageous voice for truth who paid the ultimate price for her journalism. Her legacy inspires investigative journalists worldwide and symbolizes the dangers of reporting in authoritarian regimes.