Elderly Woman Fined for Defaming Ex-Official

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A court in Samara found an old woman guilty of libel. Klavdia Petrova, 75, must pay a fine of 100,000 rubles.

In early 2026, Ms. Petrova used social media. She wrote a post criticizing Anatoly Chubais, a former official.

She wrote that Chubais \"robbed Russians\" with his vouchers. She also said he \"got into people's pockets\" with new projects.

The prosecutor said that Mr. Chubais is a great reformer. He stated no court ever said Chubais was a thief.

Anatoly Chubais himself is now suing the pensioner. He wants 10 million rubles for damage to his good name.

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What was Klavdia Petrova found guilty of?

She was found guilty of libel.

How much is the fine that Klavdia Petrova must pay?

She must pay a fine of 100,000 rubles.

What did Klavdia Petrova say about Anatoly Chubais?

She said he 'robbed Russians' and 'got into people's pockets' with new projects.

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