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www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Lawsuit on release of Alexei Navalny's body will not be heard until 4 March

Russian court to take two weeks to hear lawsuit by Alexei Navalny's mother
Supporters believe Navalny was murdered due to foul play or mistreatment in prison. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
2 months ago
Europe news

My friend Navalny

Navalny's death seen as ordered by Putin due to his opposition and past attacks.
Propaganda expected to defend Putin's innocence in Navalny's death. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 months ago
Europe news

For Putin nemesis Alexei Navalny, long-feared death arrives in Arctic prison

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has died in a prison colony in Arctic Russia, removing a prominent figure challenging the Kremlin's rule.
His death has been condemned as a state-sponsored murder and has sent shock waves across Russia and the global community. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
3 months ago
Europe news

One of Putin's Biggest Critics Has Died in a Penal Colony. Here's What He Wanted for Russia.

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has reportedly died in a penal colony in the Arctic Circle.
Navalny's death is likely to be seen as a political assassination, coming just a month before Russian presidential elections. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Russian activist and Putin critic Alexei Navalny dies in prison

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has died in jail, which is likely to be seen as a political assassination attributable to Vladimir Putin.
Navalny had previously complained of mistreatment and malnourishment in prison.
Navalny's family and close aide have not confirmed reports of his death. [ more ]
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www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Why Navalny was hated in the Kremlin and in some Western circles

Navalny's unifying spirit challenged beneficiaries of conflict.
Navalny's charisma and bravery made him an exceptional political leader. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Former Ukrainian Lawmaker Who Defected Is Killed Near Moscow

A former Ukrainian lawmaker, Illia Kyva, who had settled in Russia, was shot and killed in a village outside Moscow.
The Russian investigators opened a criminal inquiry into the killing, while a Ukrainian intelligence official claimed it was part of a special operation orchestrated by Ukraine. [ more ]
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