Dagestan resident fined for hate speech in UFC Telegram chat

A 21-year-old resident of Dagestan, identified as Magomed S., has been fined for inciting hatred against Russians in a UFC Telegram chat. The Kizlyar District Court heard the case under article 20.3.1 of the Administrative Code regarding incitement of hatred. Officers from Center "E" discovered the violation in comments Magomed made three years ago in the UFC Eurasia Telegram chat, where he made inflammatory remarks during an argument, though he apologized within 90 minutes. In court, Magomed acknowledged his guilt and expressed remorse. He was found guilty and fined 10,000 rubles.