Three lawyers who represented the late Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny have been sentenced to long prison terms in a Russian labor camp. The sentences, ranging from 3.5 to 5.5 years, were handed down to Vadim Kobzev, Alexei Lipzer, and Igor Sergunin. Accusations against them include participation in an extremist organization linked to Navalny's anti-corruption efforts. Critics argue these charges are politically motivated, aiming to suppress Navalny's legacy and his team's ongoing activism.
The verdict coincided with the anniversary of Navalny's return to Russia, following his recovery from a poisoning incident in Germany. Navalny, a fierce critic of President Vladimir Putin, accused the Kremlin of attempting to silence him. His death in a Russian penal colony under unexplained circumstances further fueled allegations of foul play.
International human rights organizations, including Amnesty International, have condemned the trial, calling for the immediate release of the lawyers. Observers have reported harassment during the proceedings, underscoring concerns about the Russian legal system's independence and fairness.
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