A Russian opposition activist has been released from prison after serving his term.
Sergei Udaltsov’s release was announced August 8 by his wife Anastasia, who said on Facebook that he’s “full of optimism and positive emotions.”
Associated Press: Russian opposition activist released after serving his term
Russian opposition leader Sergei Udaltsov speaks to the media before entering the Russian Investigative Committee's office in Moscow, Russia, Friday, Dec. 14, 2012. Investigators have accused several other opposition figures of crimes in the buildup to the protest. State-linked media released transcripts and audio recordings Thursday that the federal Investigative Committee said proved protest leaders, including prominent left-wing activist Sergei Udaltsov, had followed the orders of Georgian officials intent on overthrowing the Russian government.
