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2 people held for political reasons in Russia, Belarus, Georgia and Central Asia. Search by name, or filter by country, charge, arrest date and sentence.

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Kalima Djaparova

A pensioner sentenced to two years of restricted freedom for expressing views critical of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Human rights defenders view her case as politically motivated retaliation for her speech.

LAST UPDATED · SEP 2, 2026

Erlan Baltabay

A trade union leader who was originally prosecuted for embezzlement as retaliation for labor rights activities. He was recently imprisoned for five months after failing to pay court-imposed fines.

LAST UPDATED · SEP 2, 2026

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