Is Dmitri Muratov A-List?
No — Dmitri Muratov is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2021
Nobel Peace Prize Awarded
Lost A-list status in 2022
Dropped to B tier — Novaya Gazeta Suspends Publication
Ranking Timeline
Co-founds Novaya Gazeta
Muratov co-founds an independent newspaper known for its critical reporting.
Investigative Journalism Begins
Novaya Gazeta begins publishing groundbreaking investigative reports.
Anna Politkovskaya's Murder
The murder of a prominent Novaya Gazeta journalist highlights the risks of their work.
Increasing Threats and Harassment
Muratov and Novaya Gazeta face increased threats due to their reporting.
Nobel Peace Prize Awarded
Muratov jointly receives the Nobel Peace Prize for safeguarding freedom of expression.
Novaya Gazeta Suspends Publication
Due to Russia's war in Ukraine and new censorship laws, the newspaper suspends its operations.
Advocate for Free Press
Muratov continues to advocate for freedom of expression and independent journalism, although the newspaper is closed.
Last updated: February 25, 2026