Independent TV channel, now operating from abroad. Strong visual journalism.

https://www.youtube.com/@tvrain

Based in Latvia. One of the most well-known Russian-language independent media outlets, offering in-depth reporting and analysis.

https://meduza.io

Split from the original Novaya Gazeta after increased state pressure. Known for serious investigative journalism.

https://novayagazeta.eu

Specializes in investigative reporting, often collaborating with Bellingcat.

https://theins.ru

Focused on investigative journalism, corruption, and human rights.

https://istories.media

Known for hard-hitting investigations into the Kremlin and elite networks.

https://www.proekt.media

Created by former Proekt journalists. Investigates government and corruption.

https://www.agents.media

Originally a student magazine. Covers youth, education, protests, and repressions.

https://doxa.team

In-depth journalism and human stories from across the Russian-speaking world.

https://holod.media

Alexei Navalny’s team’s media outlet. Investigations and live content.

https://www.youtube.com/@NavalnyLiveChannel

Created by former Navalny team members. Covers current politics, repression, and exile issues.

https://www.youtube.com/@Popularpolitics

Media outlet affiliated with Mikhail Khodorkovsky. Commentary and interviews.

https://www.youtube.com/@khodorkovskylive