CultureRussia is shutting down the Goethe-Institut. For many Russians, it was their gateway to Germany
Russian authorities designated the Goethe-Institut an “undesirable” organization in February 2026, leading to the closure of its activities in Russia. Many Russians used its German courses, cultural programs, and scholarship links to pursue study in Germany. Former and current students describe the institute’s affordable online classes and the disruption caused by its shutdown.
MMeduza★★★☆☆2026-09-04 14:20Original
Russia is shutting down the Goethe-Institut. For many Russians, it was their gateway to Germany
Culture