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

Russia's prominent anti-war politician jailed for 11 years
BBC News Monday 17 August 2026, 16:17 UTC 1 min read
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Lev Schlosberg is found guilty of "discrediting" Russia's army - a verdict he condemns as punishment for his political position.

Lev Schlosberg is found guilty of "discrediting" Russia's army - a verdict he condemns as punishment for his political position.
Russia (LOCATION) Lev Schlosberg (PERSON)
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