Boranbai, an online commentator critical of Russia, was arrested on January 28, 2020, and charged with “inciting ethnic hatred” and “incitement to usurp power by force” over his posts on social media. On March 14, 2022, he was found guilty and sentenced to five years in prison. In 2023, reports emerged alleging that Boranbai had been beaten in prison, but these claims were denied by Kazakh authorities.
Marghulan Boranbai
Is case active: Yes
Designation:Online Commentator
Country:Kazakhstan
Region:Europe and Central Asia
Gender:Male
Status:Imprisoned