Putin critic Alexei Navalny dies in Arctic Circle jail, says Russia
Alexei Navalny, Russia's prominent opposition leader, has died in a prison in the Arctic Circle at the age of 47, according to Russia's prison service. Navalny, a vocal critic of President Vladimir Putin, was serving a 19-year sentence on charges widely viewed as politically motivated.
His death has sparked outrage internationally, with many condemning Putin's regime for its brutality. Navalny's wife, Yulia, has called for action from the international community to hold the regime accountable.
Navalny's close allies suspect foul play in his death, with one stating that it is "highly likely" he was killed. Despite warnings not to protest, Muscovites laid flowers in remembrance of Navalny, demonstrating their defiance against oppression.
