Another resident of the CBI was convicted for «discrediting» the Russian army

In the Zola district of Kabardino-Balkaria, a local resident of Islam Bambetov was fined. The foundation is an anti-war publication on social networks.

«Mambetov was aware of the illegal nature of his actions and foresaw its harmful consequences», - says the court.
Earlier, the Nalchik City Court imposed a fine on Rustam Nagoyev. He was also found guilty on the administrative charge of discrediting the Russian military.

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