Kremlin censors Zelensky's interview with Russian journalists

• While journalists based outside Russia published the interview, those still inside the country did not, the New York Times notes.

Why it matters: The Kremlin's actions underscore Zelensky's efforts to bypass Russian President Vladimir Putin's strict censorship of news about his forces' invasion of Ukraine.

What he's saying: Zelensky said during his Sunday night televised address that the actions of Moscow's media watchdog, which he called "the Russian censorship agency," would be "ridiculous if it wasn't so tragic."

• "They destroyed freedom of speech in their state, they are trying to destroy the neighboring state," he said, according to an English translation of his address posted on the official presidential website.
• "They portray themselves as global players. And they themselves are afraid of a relatively short conversation with several journalists," he added.

Editor's note: This article has been updated with further context on Russia's censorship.