Russian Authorities Crack Down on Journalists and Activists with Lengthy Prison Sentences

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Ukrainian journalist and volunteer Serhii Tsyhipa has been sentenced to 13 years in prison by the Russian "Supreme Court" of Crimea. Tsyhipa, who was abducted for his pro-Ukrainian position and journalistic work, has been held captive for 1.5 years. The hearing was held behind closed doors, but details were leaked by propagandists. His family plans to submit an appeal against the sentence.
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