The 2nd Western District Military Court of Moscow has received materials related to the criminal case against five members of the terrorist organization "Russian Volunteer Corps". The defendants, including Denis Kapustin and Kirill Kanakhin, face severe charges including treason, terrorism, and organizing an illegal armed group. The case has been transferred to the judge, but the date for the first hearing remains unknown as the defendants are currently outside Russia and the trial will be conducted in absentia. Each defendant could face life imprisonment depending on their level of involvement in the crimes. Kapustin, who was sentenced to life imprisonment in absentia in November 2023, is accused of orchestrating multiple terrorist activities, including an assassination attempt and an attack in the Bryansk region. Kanakhin was also sentenced to life imprisonment for his role in these activities, reflecting the serious nature of the charges against him and his associates. The Russian Volunteer Corps has been labeled a terrorist organization by Russian authorities, and its members are actively sought by law enforcement agencies.
- The Russian Volunteer Corps (RVC) has been implicated in various terrorist activities on Russian soil, including attempts to attack critical infrastructure and civilians. The group has garnered attention for its militant operations and connections to Ukrainian military efforts against Russia. Intelligence reports indicate that members of the RVC have been involved in orchestrating attacks that have resulted in casualties and have threatened national security. The Russian government has responded by intensifying its crackdown on the organization, leading to arrests and the issuance of international wanted notices for key members. This ongoing legal battle highlights the complex nature of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, particularly in the context of domestic terrorism and the involvement of radical nationalist groups.
