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Comprehensive archive of political persecution — 7 individuals fighting for freedom and justice

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Comprehensive archive of political persecution — 7 individuals fighting for freedom and justice across Russia, Belarus, Georgia, and Central Asia.

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Nikolai Peknich

Nikolai Peknich, a resident of Polyarny in the Murmansk region, is on trial for disseminating false information about the Armed Forces. The case went to court in October 2025.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 22, 2026

Severomorsk, Murmansk Oblast

anti war

Unknown male 487

An unnamed serviceman from the Murmansk region had his case dismissed with a court fine. He was accused of spreading false information about the Russian Armed Forces.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Pechenga settlement, Murmansk Oblast

anti war

Dmitry Vasilets

Dmitry Vasilets, a military serviceman, was sentenced to imprisonment for refusing to participate in combat operations in Ukraine. He wrote a report stating his refusal and was initially sentenced to two years and five months in a penal colony, later reduced and released on parole.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Rafael Mamedov

Rafael Mamedov, a 23-year-old student, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for high treason and terrorism related to his administration of the 'Free Laplandia' Telegram channel. The charges stem from posts criticizing Russian authorities and discussing regional cultural identity.

URGENT ACTION

LAST UPDATED · JUL 3, 2026

Rafael Mamedov

23-year-old student Rafael Mamedov was sentenced to 15 years for high treason and terrorism related to his Telegram channel 'Free Laplandia'. Authorities claim he shared information to destabilize the country, while supporters cite his anti-war stance.

URGENT ACTION

LAST UPDATED · JUL 3, 2026

Giletin Alexey Ivanovich

Alexey Giletin, a volunteer, athlete, and coach from Murmansk, was sentenced to 11 years in prison for participating in the activities of the Legion "Freedom of Russia," a terrorist organization. He was arrested on June 17, 2024, and reportedly confessed and repented his actions.

HEALTH RISK

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Murmansk, Murmansk Oblast

Other

Anatoliy Voytenok

Anatoliy Voytenok was fined 150,000 rubles for calls against state security. The case was related to Article 280.4 of the Criminal Code.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Convicted