A Russian court has sentenced Ksenia Karelina, a dual US-Russian citizen, to 12 years in prison for treason after she donated $51 to a charity supporting Ukraine. Karelina, an amateur ballerina, was arrested in January 2024 during a family visit to Yekaterinburg, Russia, and pleaded guilty to the charges in a closed-door trial last week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prosecutors had sought a 15-year jail term, but the court sentenced her to 12 years in a general regime penal colony. Karelina, who became a US citizen in 2021, was living in Los Angeles before her arrest. Her case has raised concerns about the severity of Russia’s treason laws and the treatment of dual citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The donation to a Ukraine-supporting charity was deemed a treasonous act by Russian authorities, highlighting the country’s strict stance on support for Ukraine. Karelina’s sentence serves as a warning to others who may consider showing support for Ukraine or engaging in activities deemed treasonous by the Russian government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The case has sparked international attention, with many criticizing Russia’s handling of the situation. Karelina’s fate remains uncertain, with her imprisonment marking a significant escalation in Russia’s crackdown on perceived dissent.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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