Dmitry Simbaev

Case Summary

Dmitry Simbaev, a Russian citizen with Irish citizenship, was detained in Chelyabinsk airport in August 2025, accused of justifying terrorism and inciting extremism. The charges appear to stem from messages sent by his wife criticizing the Russian government's actions in Ukraine.

Charges (3)

1. justification of terrorism
2. incitement to extremism
3. arbitrariness with violence

Criminal Code Articles (3)

Key Facts (4)

• Dual Russian and Irish citizenship
• Detained in airport
• Charges related to wife's messages
• Lived and worked in Ireland for over 20 years

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