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Russia sentences record 284 for treason in H1 2026

Russian courts sentenced 284 people for treason in the first half of 2026, a record pace, including Nikita Zhuravel to 14 years. This reflects intensified state repression and a broadening definition of treason amid the ongoing conflict. The trend signals a chilling effect on dissent and potential intelligence concerns.

Sveriges Radioabout 16 hours agoRUCredibility 25%View source

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Model confidence0.7
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Source credibility0.3

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