Russian poet gets 7-year prison term for verses against Ukraine campaign

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52% : The trials of ordinary Russians usually take place away from public attention, unlike those of prominent critics.
43% : Both were convicted of "inciting hatred" and "calling for activities threatening state security".Kamardin had told the court he did not know his actions broke the law and asked for mercy.
40% : "I am not a hero, and going to prison for my beliefs was never in my plans," he said in a statement, posted on his supporters' Telegram channel.- 'Under torture' -After the sentencing, his father Yury said: "This is a total outrage!"Around two dozen friends came to support the defendants along with the poets' parents and wives.

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