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Khodorkovsky: Will seek to free political inmates

Berlin: At an emotional press conference barely two days after he was freed from a Russian jail, Mikhail Khodorkovsky vowed Sunday to do all he can to ensure the release of other political prisoners in

India TV News Desk Published : Dec 22, 2013 18:56 IST, Updated : Dec 22, 2013 19:01 IST


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He thanked media pressure and German officials for helping secure his release.

He said the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi are a “celebration of sport” that should not be “damaged” by a boycott. He also said the event “should not become a great party for President Putin.”

He said he would not be returning to the world of business since “my financial situation doesn't require me to work just to earn some more money.”

Earlier, Khodorkovsky said he won't “sponsor” the Russian opposition or seek the return of his stake in oil firm Yukos, according to the German news agency dpa.

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