Fazyl Abdullovich Valiakhmetov

Case Summary

Fazyl Valiakhmetov, a 69-year-old local historian and journalist, is accused of discrediting the Russian Armed Forces and justifying terrorism online. The charges stem from his anti-war posts on VK, and he faces up to 10 years and 6 months in prison.

Charges (2)

1. Public actions aimed at discrediting the use of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation
2. Public justification of terrorist activities using the Internet

Criminal Code Articles (2)

Key Facts (3)

• Previously fined for discrediting the Russian army in December 2023.
• Accused of justifying terrorism for posting a video by the Freedom of Russia Legion.
• Claims that he was denounced to the authorities.

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