A South Korean newspaper expressed regret Wednesday that two cartoons depicting the Moscow metro bombings had upset Russia's ambassador to the Asian country.
The Korea Times said in an editorial? that it was "regrettable if the cartoons aroused any negative feelings in Russians or any other readers." It said the publication “was not intended to insult or outrage Russians."
One cartoon depicted a bear in a fur hat wiping away tears as it looms over a train in flames. The other showed a train shaped like a skull.
? Russia's ambassador to South Korea, Konstantin Vnukov, demanded an official apology from the newspaper on Tuesday.
(MT)
A Message from The Moscow Times:
Dear readers,
We are facing unprecedented challenges. Russia's Prosecutor General's Office has designated The Moscow Times as an "undesirable" organization, criminalizing our work and putting our staff at risk of prosecution. This follows our earlier unjust labeling as a "foreign agent."
These actions are direct attempts to silence independent journalism in Russia. The authorities claim our work "discredits the decisions of the Russian leadership." We see things differently: we strive to provide accurate, unbiased reporting on Russia.
We, the journalists of The Moscow Times, refuse to be silenced. But to continue our work, we need your help.
Your support, no matter how small, makes a world of difference. If you can, please support us monthly starting from just $2. It's quick to set up, and every contribution makes a significant impact.
By supporting The Moscow Times, you're defending open, independent journalism in the face of repression. Thank you for standing with us.
Remind me later.