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