Artur Zhakamukhov

Case Summary

Artur Zhakamukhov, a 44-year-old businessman, was arrested in Moscow after returning from the USA, on charges of justifying terrorism. He had previously criticized Putin and the war in Ukraine on social media, and participated in protests in the US.

Charges (2)

1. justification of terrorism
2. incitement of hatred

Criminal Code Articles (2)

Key Facts (4)

• Returned from USA before arrest
• Criticized Putin and the war on social media
• Involved in protests in Seattle
• Included in the list of terrorists and extremists by Rosfinmonitoring

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