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Russian Citizen Arrested for Sending Crypto to Ukraine's Armed Forces on Treason Charges

June 22 (Cointime) - A Russian citizen from Khabarovsk Krai has been arrested by the FSB for allegedly sending cryptocurrency to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The individual is being charged with treason and was caught using cryptocurrency tools to transfer personal funds via third parties in Ukraine.

The FSB stated that the organization was trying to raise money for the acquisition of unmanned thermal imaging sights, aircraft, ammunition, and medical uniforms by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

The Russian authorities have introduced new punishments for those convicted of supporting Ukraine's war efforts, including the possibility of life terms for those found guilty of treason.

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