How long did Alisher Usmanov spend in a Soviet prison in the 1980s?
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Alisher Usmanov spent six years in a Soviet prison in the 1980s after being convicted of fraud and embezzlement charges, which he maintains were politically motivated. He was arrested in 1980 and released in 1986 after his conviction was overturned. During his time in prison, Usmanov became involved in various business ventures and established connections that would later contribute to his success as a businessman.
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