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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Via AP news wire

Renowned human rights campaigner Oleg Orlov on trial for “discrediting” Russian military

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The co-chair of the Nobel Peace Prize-winning human rights group Memorial, Oleg Orlov, went on trial in Moscow Thursday, charged with “discrediting” the Russian military in his criticism of Russia’s campaign in Ukraine.

If convicted, he could face up to five years in prison.

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