In December of 1970. Murzhenko and Federov were sentenced to 14 and 15 years. respectively. in a strict labor camp for their involvement in an aborted attempt to hijack a plane to Israel. Neither Murzhenko nor Federov are Jewish. they were attempting to aid Jews in their efforts to emigrate. They are the only participants in that unsuccessful effort to escape who now remain in prison. Murzhenko and Federov are charged with treason. antiSoviet activities. and other crimes. although their only real offense was attempting to emigrate and aid others in doing so. We deplore the injustices perpetrated on Murzhenko and Federov. but our most immediate concern is for the personal welfare of these two men. Their health is deteriorating rapidly. as they suffer from various diseases including tuberculosis. kidney illness. and ulcers.
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