Elena Kostyuchenko

Elena Kostyuchenko is an award-winning Russian journalist and prominent figure in the opposition media landscape, currently living in exile due to her outspoken criticism of the Russian government. She has gained recognition for her investigative reporting and coverage of human rights issues, particularly in the context of the war in Ukraine. Kostyuchenko has expressed concern over the recent EU ban on multi-entry visas for Russian citizens, arguing that it significantly hampers the ability of opposition media outlets to coordinate and report on critical issues safely, as it limits their capacity to meet with sources and colleagues in person.