Evgeniy Alekseevich Varaksin

Case Summary

Evgeniy Varaksin was sentenced to 12 years in prison for high treason for allegedly donating 100 Polish zlotys to a Ukrainian organization. The prosecution claimed the money was used to support the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which is considered an act against the security of the Russian Federation.

Charges (1)

1. High treason in the form of providing financial assistance to a foreign state in activities directed against the security of the Russian Federation

Criminal Code Articles (1)

Key Facts (3)

• Accused of donating to a Ukrainian charity while in Poland.
• Arrested upon returning to Russia.
• The case was heard behind closed doors.

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