On September 9, a local court in Moscow sentenced Sergei Krasyuk, an engineer, to three years for creating key chains with pro-Ukrainian slogans, which were deemed discrediting to the military. His work included phrases like 'Glory to Ukraine' and 'Putin is a Thief', reflecting a significant suppression of free expression in Russia. The ruling illustrates the severe consequences individuals face for opposing the state's narrative on the war.
The OVD-Info group, which documents anti-war activists’ arrests and trials, reported a troubling trend with over 1,033 probes initiated against those condemning the war in Ukraine. This highlights the repressive measures by Russian authorities aiming to stifle dissent and control public opinion about military actions and ongoing conflict. The systematic targeting of dissenters signifies a broader crackdown on civil liberties.
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