Lev Schlosberg, described by the BBC as a prominent Russian anti-war politician, has been sentenced to 11 years after being found guilty of “discrediting” the country’s armed forces, according to the BBC.

Schlosberg condemned the verdict, characterising it as punishment for his political position, the BBC reported.

Further details of the case, including the specific conduct underlying the conviction and any planned appeal, were not provided in the available reporting.