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A Nobel Prize-winning Russian editor says he will donate his medal for Ukraine relief

Dmitry Muratov is the editor-in-chief of the independent Russian newspaper Novaya Gazeta. He was one of two journalists to win last year's Nobel Peace Prize.
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Dmitry Muratov of Russia speaks during the gala award ceremony for the Nobel Peace prize on Dec. 10, 2021, in Oslo.

Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov has announced he will auction off his Nobel Peace Prize medal to raise money for Ukrainian refugees.

Muratov was one of two winners of last year's , along with Philippine journalist Maria Ressa. He is the editor-in-chief of the , known for its

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