Dual Citizen Ksenia Karelina Sentenced to 12 Years in Russia for $50 Donation

Aug 15, 2024, 09:57 AM

Ksenia Karelina, a dual American-Russian citizen, has been sentenced to 12 years in a Russian penal colony on charges of treason. The charges stem from her alleged donation of approximately $50 to a pro-Ukraine charity. The sentencing was reported by local media and confirmed by the Interfax news agency. Karelina's case has drawn attention due to her dual nationality and the nature of the charges.