On September 19, a court in Kaliningrad sentenced a local man to six years in prison for anti-war statements made online, highlighting the ongoing crackdown on dissent.
Andrei Lugovoi was found guilty of spreading what the court deemed false information regarding the Russian armed forces, reflecting a broader trend of judicial measures against dissenters.
Lugovoi's case exemplifies the chilling effect of Russia's rigid laws surrounding misinformation, particularly in the context of the Ukraine invasion, pushing many activists into silence.
Since the invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022, the Russian government has actively pursued individuals for anti-war rhetoric, reinforcing its stance on controlling public opinion.
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