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Comprehensive archive of political persecution — 4 individuals fighting for freedom and justice

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Comprehensive archive of political persecution — 4 individuals fighting for freedom and justice across Russia, Belarus, Georgia, and Central Asia.

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Vyacheslav Nikolaevich Kuznetsov

Vyacheslav Kuznetsov was sentenced to 9 years in prison for preparing to commit treason by attempting to join the Legion "Freedom of Russia", and for preparing to participate in a terrorist organization. He was arrested after attempting to cross the border into Ukraine.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Belgorod region, Russia

political

Maxim Isaev

Maxim Isaev, a 25-year-old packer from St. Petersburg, was sentenced to 18 years in prison. He was accused of attempting to join the 'Freedom of Russia' legion to fight on the side of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

LAST UPDATED · JUL 3, 2026

Stary Oskol, Belgorod region

Other

Aleksandr Gennadievich Bylin

Aleksandr Bylin is accused of committing a terrorist act and illegally acquiring explosive devices as part of an organized group. He faces a potential life sentence if convicted.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Maisky village, Belgorod region

treason

Vitaliy Vladimirovich Krivoshlyk

Vitaliy Krivoshlyk was sentenced to 12 years and 6 months in a strict regime colony for treason. He was accused of filming and sending videos of Russian military equipment to the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU).

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Convicted