Russian Human Rights Lawyer Speaks About Imprisonment of Kremlin Critic Vladimir Kara-Murza

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Russian human rights lawyer Grigory Vaypan speaks with Fox News Digital about the two-year imprisonment anniversary of Kremlin critic Vladimir Kara-Murza as calls grow for his release after the death of Alexei Navalny. A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers marked the occasion by urging for his immediate release.

Key Points

  • Kara-Murza sentenced to 25 years, longest term for a political prisoner in post-Soviet era
  • Calls for immediate release of Kara-Murza by U.S. lawmakers
  • Russian human rights lawyer warns of Kara-Murza's perilous situation

Pros

  • Bipartisan effort from U.S. lawmakers urging for the release of Vladimir Kara-Murza
  • Highlighting the plight of political prisoners in Russia

Cons

  • Kara-Murza facing a 25-year sentence for charges including treason and dissemination of false information
  • Concerns about Kara-Murza's deteriorating health and safety in prison