Navalny’s Last Court Appearance
The day before Russian prison authorities announced the death of Alexey Navalny, the vocal critic of the Kremlin appeared in court via a live video link from the penal colony, appearing happy and healthy. Navalny even joked with the judge, displaying no signs of distress.
Tragic Death in a Remote Prison Colony
Navalny, who survived previous poisonings, tragically passed away in the far-flung IK-3 penal colony after feeling unwell during a walk and collapsing almost immediately. Despite immediate medical attention and resuscitation efforts, he could not be revived.
International Reactions and Condemnations
World leaders expressed shock and sorrow at Navalny’s death, with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken highlighting the Russian government’s persecution of Navalny. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that President Putin had been informed of the situation, emphasizing the need for medical clarification on the cause of death.
