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Russia's prominent anti-war politician jailed for 11 years

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Russian politician Lev Schlosberg has been sentenced to 11 years in prison after being found guilty of discrediting the Russian army. The conviction follows his public opposition to the ongoing conflict, marking a significant development in the state's crackdown on anti-war dissent.

Schlosberg has formally condemned the verdict, characterizing the lengthy prison term as a direct punitive measure for his political stance. The case highlights the escalating legal risks faced by public figures in Russia who challenge official government narratives regarding the military.

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