Russian prosecutors seek jail terms of nearly six years for three of Navalny's lawyers
Russian prosecutors are seeking nearly six-year prison sentences for three lawyers who represented the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny. They are accused of participating in an extremist organization. Navalny's widow and human rights groups condemn the charges as politically motivated, marking a new level of repression against dissent in Russia. The lawyers' trial has been held in secret.
Russian prosecutors are seeking nearly six-year prison sentences for three lawyers who represented the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny. They are accused of participating in an extremist organization. Navalny's widow and human rights groups condemn the charges as politically motivated, marking a new level of repression against dissent in Russia. The lawyers' trial has been held in secret. What's Your Reaction?
