
In Russia, dissent against President Vladimir Putin's regime has led to severe consequences for several prominent opposition figures. The recent death of Alexei Navalny in prison has raised concerns about the safety of other imprisoned dissidents.
Vladimir Kara-Murza, a well-known opposition figure, was sentenced to 25 years for treason after criticizing Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Despite surviving two poisonings, Kara-Murza remains defiant, comparing his trial to Soviet-era show trials.