"The Poisoning Puzzle: Investigating Kremlin-Linked Attacks on Russian Journalists in Europe"

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German authorities are investigating a possible poisoning attack on Russian journalist Elena Kostyuchenko, who had written critical articles about Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Kostyuchenko experienced symptoms of poisoning, including severe headaches and nausea, after returning from Munich to Berlin. Medical tests showed elevated liver enzymes and blood in her urine. The Berlin prosecutor has reopened the investigation, and the Committee to Protect Journalists has called for a transparent investigation into the allegations.
- Berlin prosecutor investigates possible poisoning of Russian journalist The Guardian
- Russian Journalist Says She Was Poisoned In Germany Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
- A history of Kremlin-linked poisonings DW (English)
- Putin Opponents Exiled in Europe Claim They Were Poisoned Newsweek
- ‘The most likely explanation’ Meduza
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