A 29-year-old history teacher in Russia's Komi Republic in the Urals has been sentenced to 5 1/2 years in prison for his online posts supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russia's unprovoked invasion. The Second Western Military District Court sentenced Nikita Tushkanov on May 11 after finding him guilty of "the repetitive discrediting of Russia's armed forces and the justification of terrorism." Tushkanov pleaded not guilty, adding, "I will not change my position on the developments in Ukraine." He added that he considers Russia's actions in Ukraine "criminal." To read the original story by RFE/RL's North Realities, click here.
Teacher In Russia Handed Prison Term For Online Criticism Of War In Ukraine
The Second Western Military District Court sentenced Nikita Tushkanov on May 11 after finding him guilty of "the repetitive discrediting of Russia's armed forces and the justification of terrorism."