Natallia Zhyhar

Former prisoner

Date of detention: 9 June 2024

Charges indicted:

  • Art. 361-4 of the Criminal Code — Promoting extremist activities

Notes: Retirement age

Cases: Solidarity with political prisoners

Natallia Zhyhar was detained under Article 361-4 of the Criminal Code (promoting extremist activities) for supporting political prisoners. 

Prior to the trial, the woman was placed under house arrest.

 

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