The opposition leader Aleksei Navalny called himself “a typical post-Soviet believer” of Russian Orthodox faith. But the institution of the church bound itself closely to President Vladimir V. Putin.
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Photos From the Funeral of Aleksei Navalny
In a striking display of dissent, thousands gathered in Moscow to bid farewell to the Russian opposition leader on Friday.
Thousands Turn Out for Navalny’s Funeral in Moscow
The police presence appeared heavy for the service. Some attendees shouted, “No to war” and “Russia will be free” as they marched to the cemetery where the opposition leader was to be buried.
5 Convicts Familiar With Navalny’s Prison Confirm Hellish Conditions
The brutal cold, revolting food and beatings aren’t the worst part of being imprisoned at IK3, where Aleksei Navalny died. Rather, it’s being inside a system meant to break the human spirit.
Navalny’s Funeral Is Planned for Friday, if Authorities Don’t Block It
A scheduled service for the Russian opposition leader will be open to the public, but it is unclear whether the authorities will try to stop people from attending.
Navalny Was Part of Discussions on a Prisoner Exchange
Allies of Aleksei Navalny said he was about to be freed in a swap. A Western official said discussions for his release and that of two Americans had been underway, but no deal was imminent.
Aleksei Navalny’s Body Was Returned to His Mother, Allies Say
The Russian authorities have transferred the body, ending a grim battle for custody of his remains.
Russian Authorities Threaten to Bury Navalny on Prison Grounds, Aides Say
Lyudmila Navalnaya was given an ultimatum to agree to a secret funeral, a spokeswoman for Aleksei A. Navalny said, but she refused to negotiate.
U.S. Imposes Major New Sanctions on Russia, Targeting Finance and Defense
The Biden administration, responding to the death of Aleksei A. Navalny, unveiled its largest sanctions package to date as the war in Ukraine enters its third year.
U.S. to Hit Russia With Sanctions on Over 500 Targets
A package of economic restrictions to be rolled out on Friday will be the largest since Russia invaded Ukraine two years ago.