Moscow, Russia – Following the death of Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny, tensions have escalated with allegations made by his family and supporters of the Kremlin’s involvement. There have been reports of the detention of mourners who were laying flowers in honor of Navalny, adding to the growing concerns about his mysterious death.
The wife of Navalny, Yulia, has now been invited to attend the European Union foreign affairs council, as stated by the bloc’s foreign policy chief Josep Borrell. This invitation comes amidst strong messages of support for Russian freedom fighters and remembrance of Navalny’s legacy.
Navalny’s body has reportedly been the focus of a potential cover-up, with an anonymous source claiming that his body had been delivered to a local hospital with signs of bruising. This has led to accusations of deliberate hiding of evidence by Navalny’s team, as they believe he was murdered.
The controversy continues to stir as reports have emerged about the detentions of over 177 people in Moscow and St. Petersburg during events to honor Navalny. Among those detained was a priest, Grigory Mikhnov-Voitenko, who was arrested for planning a memorial service for Navalny. The Priest later suffered a stroke and was hospitalized, intensifying the already fraught situation.
Moreover, international figures have weighed in on the situation, with Brazil’s former President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva advocating for a thorough investigation before any accusations are made. This marked a contrasting perspective to the swift and strong criticisms made by Western leaders against Russia over Navalny’s death.
As the circumstances surrounding Navalny’s death unfold, the global community is closely watching for further developments and investigations into the alleged cover-up and potential foul play.