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Gennady Vasilevich Artyomenko

Gennady Artyomenko was sentenced to 18 years for high treason and terrorism-related charges after allegedly collaborating with the 'ATESH' movement. He claims explosives were planted by authorities and reports being tortured during investigation.

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LAST UPDATED · JUL 3, 2026

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