Russian political scientist Kynev hunger-strikes over jail conditions in pretrial detention

Alexander Kynev, a Russian political scientist held in pretrial detention on drug charges, has begun a hunger strike to protest inhumane conditions, including an inaccessible toilet in an overcrowded cell. The claim originates from his legal team via Slovo Zashchite and is unverified by independent sources. This highlights ongoing concerns about Russia's treatment of political detainees and prison conditions.

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