A Moscow court has sentenced IT specialist Yuri Belenky to 13 years in prison for financing the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The ruling was made by the Second Western District Military Court on October 27, 2026.
Charges and Sentence
Yuri Belenky, a 49-year-old information technology expert, was accused of making financial donations to support the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The court found him guilty of financing terrorism, leading to a harsh sentence. The court's decision has sparked outrage among human rights activists who consider it excessive.
Binance's Role in the Case
An important aspect of this case is that Yuri Belenky's data was provided to Russian authorities by Binance. This raises questions about the privacy and security of users on cryptocurrency platforms and their responsibility to provide information to government agencies.
Public Reaction
The sentence has generated significant public outcry. Many believe that the punishment for financing the Ukrainian Armed Forces is politically motivated. Human rights advocates are calling for a review of the case and for the protection of the rights of individuals who support the Ukrainian military.