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Russia's Supreme Court upholds 16-year sentence for dissident Skobow
Russia's Supreme Court rejected an appeal and upheld a 16-year prison sentence against 68-year-old dissident Alexander Skobow, convicted under charges of justifying terrorism and participating in a designated terrorist organization. The case reflects ongoing Russian prosecution of political opposition under broad national security statutes. Details on the specific organization and nature of alleged activities remain limited in available reporting.