Three lawyers representing Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny were sentenced to prison on Friday, sparking concerns about the risks of having ties to the opposition in Russia. Navalny died in an Arctic prison camp just over a year ago.
The lawyers, who were part of Navalny’s defense team, faced charges for alleged violations of labor laws while working with Navalny’s organization. The sentences highlight the difficulties and dangers faced by those advocating for democratic reforms in Russia.
The ruling comes as part of a broader crackdown on opposition groups and independent voices in Russia, where critics often face harassment, intimidation, and persecution.
Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/01/17/russia-navalny-lawyers-sentences