The prosecutor's office demanded that Paul Whelan, accused of espionage, be sentenced to 18 years in prison.
During the debate, the state prosecution demanded 18 years in prison for Paul Whelan, a citizen of four countries, in the case of espionage (Article 276 of the Criminal Code), TASS reports , citing the press service of the Moscow City Court. Paul Whelan himself asked the court for acquittal, as he considers himself innocent, adds RIA Novosti. The verdict will be announced on June 15. The arrest of Paul Whelan became known at the end of December 2018.