A Russian politician, Maxim Kruglov, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for disseminating what authorities deem false information about the Russian military. Kruglov, a vice-leader of the liberal Yabloko party and a former Moscow legislator, was convicted just under three months before upcoming parliamentary elections. The sentencing is widely seen as part of a broader crackdown on dissent amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He was arrested for publicly opposing the war and criticizing military actions. Russian authorities have increasingly targeted individuals and organizations speaking out against the invasion. The conviction raises concerns about political freedoms and the suppression of opposition voices in Russia. This case highlights the risks faced by those who challenge the Kremlin’s narrative on the war.