Death and Burial of Alexey Navalny
Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny, who died in prison earlier this month, will be buried in Moscow amid accusations of interference with his funeral. His widow, Yulia Navalnaya, has accused Putin of murder and vowed to continue his husband's fight against the Kremlin.
Key Points
- Navalny will be buried in Moscow on Friday after accusations of interference with the funeral
- His widow, Yulia Navalnaya, accuses Putin of murder and vows to continue the fight against the Kremlin
- Hundreds of people have been arrested for commemorating Navalny's memory
- Navalny's death has raised international criticism of Putin and calls for action against the Russian leader
Pros
- Brings attention to the situation in Russia and the treatment of political dissidents
- Highlights the ongoing crackdown on dissent by the Russian government
Cons
- Loss of a prominent opposition leader and activist