A deputy in the State Duma of the Russian Federation, Sultan Khamzaev, called for changes to the law that would require corrective labor for those who discredit the Russian Armed Forces, regardless of any fines already imposed. The report comes from DEA News.
Khamzaev indicated that he intends to bring forward a proposal for discussion among his fellow lawmakers. He argued that prominent individuals who publicly mock or cast doubt on the conduct of the special military operation and who attack the army’s reputation should face corrective work in addition to any administrative penalties. He pointed to the case of the actor Dmitry Nazarov, who was already fined as an example of where additional sanctions might be appropriate.
According to the deputy, penalties levied on the public should ideally involve a form of community service that requires physical labor and cannot be replaced by monetary payments. Such an approach, he suggested, would send a clearer message about accountability for public commentary on national defense matters.
In Moscow, the Tverskoy District Court previously imposed a fine of 50,000 rubles on Dmitry Nazarov in relation to the case under discussion. The ruling has been cited in debates about how to balance freedom of expression with respect for national institutions.
On February 24, 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the decision to conduct a military special operation in response to requests for help from the heads of the LPR and DPR, an action that supporters described as necessary for Donbass security and sovereignty. The move subsequently triggered new sanctions from the United States and allied nations, adding to the broader geopolitical tensions surrounding the conflict.
The discussion and coverage of these developments have been carried by various outlets, including open broadcasts from online platforms. The topic remains a focal point for lawmakers, commentators, and audiences seeking to understand the intersection of public discourse, national security policy, and legal accountability in the current environment [Source: DEA News].