RFE/RL’s Russian-language regional outlet Ekho Kavkaza (Echo of the Caucasus) has ceased operations after 17 years. The closure came amid financial challenges faced by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty during the administration of US President Donald Trump and broader structural changes affecting several of the organization’s bureaus. Ekho Kavkaza has not yet officially addressed its audience with a farewell message; however, information regarding the suspension of its operations from 1 May was included in a press release published by RFE/RL about its ‘strategic reforms’. According to an informed source within the organization, staff members based in both the Tbilisi office and Prague headquarters were affected.