"Rural Russia Protests: Activist's Supporters Bring Grievances to Regional Capitals"
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More than 1,500 demonstrators gathered in Ufa, Russia, in support of jailed activist Fayil Alsynov, who was sentenced to four years in prison. The protests, which come amid a crackdown on dissent in Russia, have embarrassed President Vladimir Putin and are seen as retribution for Alsynov's activism. The sentencing has sparked protests and accusations of extremism from local authorities, while the Kremlin downplays the events.
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