Russian Opposition Leader Alexei Navalny Dies in Prison at 47

Despite being in a medically induced coma for two weeks and undergoing a lengthy recovery process, he remained defiant and used social media to spread awareness and denounce the Kremlin’s involvement.

Upon his return to Russia in January 2021, Navalny was promptly arrested, tried, and sentenced to 2.5 years in prison. The move sparked massive protests across the country and a subsequent crackdown on the opposition.

In August 2023, Navalny received an additional 19-year sentence on charges of extremism.