The English-language newspaper Egypt Independent, known for its in-depth coverage of Egypt’s revolution and aftermath, is closing. Its owner, Al-Masry Media Corporation, has cited financial issues, but many say the true motive is to quash revolutionary voices. Egyptian blogger Alaa Abd El-Fattah wrote: “Egypt Independent had to be killed because they dared to explore what it sounds like when you silence the bullets instead of the riots, what it looks like when you clear the tear gas instead of the sit in.” In the final edition, published online, after it was reportedly blocked from going to press, Chief Editor Lina Attalah wrote: “We leave you with the hope of coming back soon, stronger and unbeaten.” Click to watch our recent interview with Attalah.