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US Citizen Sentenced to 15 Years in Russia for Espionage and Bribery
Espionage Conviction
A Russian court has sentenced Eugene Spector, a U.S. citizen, to 15 years in prison after convicting him of espionage in a closed-door trial. The espionage charges were first brought against him in August 2023. However, the details of the case have not been made public by Russian state media.
Previous Bribery Conviction
Spector was already serving a 3.5-year sentence in Russia for bribery. In his initial trial, he pleaded guilty to assisting in bribing an aide to a former Russian deputy prime minister.
Combined Sentencing
The 13-year espionage sentence has been added to his existing bribery sentence, resulting in a total of 15 years. The court ruled that Spector will serve this time in a maximum-security penal colony.
Professional Background
Before his arrest in 2021, Eugene Spector was the chairman of the board at Medpolymerprom Group, a company specializing in cancer-curing drugs.
This case remains significant due to its implications for international relations and the lack of transparency surrounding the espionage charge