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Comprehensive archive of political persecution — 5 individuals fighting for freedom and justice

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Comprehensive archive of political persecution — 5 individuals fighting for freedom and justice across Russia, Belarus, Georgia, and Central Asia.

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Alexei Barbin

Alexei Barbin is on trial for allegedly spreading false information about the Russian Armed Forces. His case is ongoing in Kursk as of September 2025.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Evgeny Babin

Evgeny Babin was sentenced to six years in prison for an anti-war video on his YouTube channel. The video included Babin setting fire to his military card and accusations against Putin and the Russian army.

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LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Roman Klyukin

Roman Klyukin, a Ukrainian soldier who was taken prisoner, was sentenced to 22 years in prison for espionage and participation in a terrorist organization. He served in a Crimean Tatar battalion.

LAST UPDATED · JUL 3, 2026

Radik Rafikovich Makaev

Radik Makaev was sentenced to 10 years in prison for preparing for treason, attempting to illegally cross the border, and preparing to participate in a terrorist organization. He allegedly intended to join the Legion "Freedom of Russia" to fight against the Russian Armed Forces.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Daniil Alexandrovich Berdyugin

Daniil Berdyugin, a student, was sentenced to 6 years in a strict regime colony for attempting to cross the border and preparing for treason. The case is classified, but it is believed to be related to his intention to travel to Ukraine and join the Legion "Freedom of Russia".

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

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