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Russian Scientists Jailed for Hypersonic Missile Research
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Two renowned Russian physicists, Valery Zvegintsev and Vladislav Galkin, have been convicted of treason in a hypersonics missile research case. This marks a pattern of crackdowns on hypersonics experts, with President Putin boasting Russias dominance in this field. The scientists, along with two colleagues, were arrested and sentenced, with Zvegintsev receiving a 12.5-year sentence. The convictions have sparked controversy, with the scientists maintaining their innocence and supporters highlighting security service approvals for their research and conference trips. The arrests have also raised concerns about the impact on Russian science and the potential loss of talent in the field.
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