Russian Activist Oleg Orlov Loses Appeal Against Prison Sentence

Orlov, a key figure in banned human rights group Memorial, compares Russia's judicial system to Nazi Germany during his final statement.

Oleg Orlov was sentenced to two and a half years for criticizing the Russian military and government.
He quoted a Nuremberg Trials prosecutor to denounce the state of Russian justice.
Orlov expressed no regrets, stating he was in the right place at the right time.
His appeal was attended by ambassadors from several Western nations.
Supporters are concerned about his health and the conditions of his detention.