Dagestan resident fined for inciting ethnic hatred in UFC Telegram chat

A 21-year-old resident of Dagestan named Magomed S. was fined 10,000 rubles for inciting ethnic hatred in a UFC-related Telegram chat. The Kizlyar district court considered the case under Article 20.3.1 of the Administrative Code. Officers from Center 'E' discovered the violation in comments made three years ago in the UFC Eurasia Telegram chat, where Magomed argued with other users and made derogatory ethnic comments. Approximately 90 minutes after posting, he apologized and clarified that there are worthy people among all ethnic groups. In court, Magomed admitted guilt and expressed remorse. He was found guilty and ordered to pay the fine.