A Moscow court sentenced Maxim Kruglov, a leading member of the opposition party Yabloko, to seven years in prison. The conviction stems from two social media posts criticizing Russia’s military actions in Ukraine. Prosecutors had initially sought an eight-year sentence, accusing Kruglov of disseminating “false information” about the Russian army. Yabloko remains the last legally operating opposition party within Russia. The sentencing is seen as part of a broader crackdown on dissent following the invasion of Ukraine. Kruglov’s case highlights the increasing restrictions on freedom of speech and political opposition in Russia. News outlet Meduza reported the sentencing on Wednesday.