Authorities Blackmailing Navalny’s Mother
The mother of Russian opposition leader, Alexey Navalny, Lyudmila Navalnaya, has revealed that authorities are pressuring her to agree to a secret burial for her son. She stated that investigators allowed her to see Navalny’s body but are attempting to force her into a discreet burial.
International Response to Navalny’s Death
President Biden plans to impose significant sanctions on Russia following Navalny’s death. The sanctions are expected to target Russia’s defense sector and key parts of the economy supporting the country’s military capabilities. Navalny’s passing has left a void in the Russian opposition just weeks before a crucial election.
Opposition Figure Alleges State-backed Hit Squad
Vladimir Kara-Murza, an imprisoned opposition figure, claimed via video that a state-backed hit squad is targeting Kremlin’s opponents. He alleged multiple attempts on his life and pointed to a group within the Federal Security Service responsible for poisoning him and other opposition figures.
Navalny’s Widow Visits Daughter
Yulia Navalnaya, Navalny’s widow, traveled to visit her daughter, Dasha, in the United States. In a touching Instagram post, she expressed her support for her daughter and emphasized the family’s resilience in the face of adversity following Navalny’s death.
Government Denies Involvement
The Kremlin has consistently denied any involvement in the illnesses and deaths of opposition figures. Navalny’s cause of death remains undisclosed as Russian authorities continue the investigation, prompting accusations of a cover-up by Navalny’s team.