Three defense lawyers representing Alexei Navalny were sentenced in Russia, facing prison terms of up to 5.5 years on charges related to extremism for their roles in defending the opposition figure.
The sentences were handed down as Russian authorities increasingly target those associated with Navalny, following his tragic death in custody in 2024, marking a significant crackdown on dissent.
Vadim Kobzev received the longest sentence of five and a half years, with his colleagues Liptser and Sergunin sentenced to five and three and a half years respectively, indicating a systematic oppression.
These developments underscore the dire situation for defenders of political dissidents in Russia, where the law is increasingly weaponized against those advocating for human rights and democratic values.
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