Putin Promises Review of Jailed French Researcher's Case

Russian President Vladimir Putin has pledged to review the case of Laurent Vinatier, a French researcher imprisoned for breaching Russia's 'foreign agent' laws. Sentenced to a three-year term in 2024, Vinatier allegedly failed to adhere to the required registration and compliance criteria for foreign agents.

In a significant development, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on Friday his intention to examine the case of Laurent Vinatier, a French researcher currently imprisoned under Russia's 'foreign agent' legislation.

Vinatier, who received a three-year sentence in 2024, was found guilty of not adhering to laws that mandate individuals classified as 'foreign agents' to register and fulfill various legal requirements.

The sentencing has sparked international attention, placing a spotlight on Russia's controversial foreign agent laws and their impact on foreign researchers and professionals operating within the country.