Hundreds Rally in Bashkortostan to Protest Jailing of Activist, Clash With Police
• Hundreds gather in Ufa, Bashkortostan to protest jailing of activist Fayil Alsynov, facing riot police and arrests
• Alsynov sentenced to 4 years in prison this week over alleged hate speech against migrant workers
• Authorities threaten protesters with up to 15 years in prison for "mass unrest"
• At least 10 protesters arrested at Friday's rally; 6 more jailed for 10-13 days earlier this week
• Alsynov engaged in activist work in Bashkortostan for 15+ years, speaking for region's sovereignty and Bashkir rights