Kazakhstan Security Committee Finds No Offense in Comedian Saburov Probe

Kazakhstan's National Security Committee (KNB) has completed its review into comedian Nurlan Saburov, determining that no offenses were committed. The investigation was prompted by online allegations that Saburov had provided financial assistance to Russian military personnel engaged in the conflict with Ukraine.

In February, Tengrinews.kz inquired with the KNB about whether Saburov was under investigation for potential violations of criminal law, specifically Article 170 of the Criminal Code. This article pertains to mercenary activities, encompassing recruitment, training, financing, or utilizing individuals in wars, armed actions, or attempts to overthrow a government or violate territorial integrity. Penalties for such offenses can range from 7 to 12 years in prison.

At the time of the initial inquiry, the KNB stated that the information was being considered and verification measures were underway. "We inform you that no signs of an offense were identified as a result of the verification measures," the National Security Committee recently responded to a new official request, confirming the conclusion of their check into Saburov.

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We inform you that no signs of an offense were identified as a result of the verification measures.