Death of Alexei Navalny
Allies of Alexei Navalny were unable to hire a hearse for his funeral in Moscow due to threats from unknown individuals. Navalny died on Feb. 16 in an Arctic penal colony, and his allies have accused the authorities of blocking a civil memorial service for him.
Key Points
- Navalny died in an Arctic penal colony at the age of 47.
- His allies accuse President Putin of having him murdered.
- The Kremlin denies state involvement in his death.
- Navalny's funeral is scheduled to take place in Moscow with a church service and burial.
- Navalny's allies plan to livestream the funeral service online.
Pros
- Allies of Navalny are determined to honor his memory despite challenges.
Cons
- Threats from unknown individuals prevented the hiring of a hearse for Navalny's funeral.
- Political tensions and heavy police presence expected during funeral and memorial events.