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Explainer: Who is Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny?

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Explainer: Who is Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny?

Explainer: Who is Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny?

Alexei Navalny has become the most vocal and effective critic of Russia’s government and President Vladimir Putin.

Rosanna Philpott explores what we know about him.


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Alexei Navalny Alexei Navalny Russian opposition leader (1976–2024)

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Artists spray-paint portraits of Alexei Navalny behind a Soviet monument in Vienna

Austrian graffiti duo Joel Gamnou painted the portraits, receiving mostly positive feedback from the public, although criticism arose from certain groups alleging political misuse of the wall.

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Alexei Navalny: Russian court rejects Navalny mother’s case alleging improper medical care| Oneindia [Video]

Alexei Navalny: Russian court rejects Navalny mother’s case alleging improper medical care| Oneindia

A lawsuit filed by the mother of the late Russian opposition figure, Alexei Navalny, alleging inadequate medical care during his time in the Arctic penal colony where he passed away, has been dismissed. The court in the town of Labytnangi, near the penal colony, rejected the suit, citing Navalny's absence as the plaintiff. Ivan Zhdanov, a former aide to Navalny, expressed dismay over the decision, highlighting Navalny's history of filing lawsuits regarding medical care in prisons. The dismissal, Zhdanov noted, comes with a tone of mockery, given Navalny's tragic demise. ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.194~

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Vladimir Putin Secures 5th Term as Russia’s President

Vladimir Putin Secures 5th Term , as Russia’s President. On March 18, Russia's Central Election Commission confirmed that Putin won reelection by a landslide. He reportedly received over 87% of the vote. Countries that congratulated him include Cuba, Honduras, Nicaragua, North Korea, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Venezuela. However, critics say that Putin didn't have any credible opposition, and free speech against him was stifled. For example, Alexei Navalny, a fierce opponent of Putin's, died last month in an Arctic prison, and his other critics have either been jailed or exiled, 'USA Today' reports. . For example, Alexei Navalny, a fierce opponent of Putin's, died last month in an Arctic prison, and his other critics have either been jailed or exiled, 'USA Today' reports. . Independent media outlets have also been shuttered. . The elections took place in an ever-shrinking political space, which has resulted in an alarming increase of violations of civil and political rights.., Josep Borrell, the European Union's top foreign policy official, via statement. ... and precluded many candidates from running, including all those opposed to Russia’s illegal war of aggression, deprived Russian voters of a real choice and heavily limited their access to accurate information, Josep Borrell, the European Union's top foreign policy official, via statement. The United States referred to the vote as "neither free nor fair," while Germany called it a "pseudo-election.". Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Putin is "sick with power and is doing everything in his power to rule forever.". Putin is currently Russia's "longest-serving leader since Joseph Stalin," 'USA Today' reports.

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Election In Russia On 15th March, Vladimir Putin Likely To Tighten His Grip On Power| Oneindia News [Video]

Election In Russia On 15th March, Vladimir Putin Likely To Tighten His Grip On Power| Oneindia News

Elections in Russia are imminent, with President Putin urging participation from March 15-17, stressing unity. Putin, set for his fifth term, faces little opposition after Navalny's demise. Early global voting proceeds smoothly, including in Eastern Ukraine. Kyiv condemns this, citing violations of international law. The Russian Federation Council sets the official election date for March 17, signalling Putin's entrenched leadership akin to a president-for-life. #Russia #RussiaElections #VladimirPutin #EasternUkraine #Kyiv #AlexeiNavalny #RussiaElectionnews #RussianFederation #Kremlin #Zelensky #Electionresults #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.101~GR.124~

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Kremlin Kremlin Fortified complex in Moscow, Russia

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Putin's inauguration : is his position totally assured at the top of the Kremlin ?

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Cameron statement on UK arms for Ukraine 'dangerous', Kremlin says

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Kremlin brands France and UK's Ukraine comments as 'dangerous'

Moscow has reacted to comments about sending troops and arms to Ukraine as dangerous, while Kyiv urges Western allies to speed up aid deliveries.

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Mass brawl breaks out in Georgian parliament over controversial media law [Video]

Mass brawl breaks out in Georgian parliament over controversial media law

A huge punch-up has erupted in Georgia's parliament over a controversial foreign influence law, some say follows in the Kremlin's authoritarian footsteps.

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Russia Floods: Kremlin Issues New Warning to Kazakhstan as River Levels Surge| Oneindia News [Video]

Russia Floods: Kremlin Issues New Warning to Kazakhstan as River Levels Surge| Oneindia News

Rising water levels in Russia and Kazakhstan trigger mass evacuations, affecting over 100,000 people. Unprecedented floods hit major cities like Moscow and Astana, prompting states of emergency. Evacuations continue as rivers swell, with warnings issued for residents to leave flood-prone areas immediately. Officials work to bolster defences and manage the escalating crisis. #russiafloods #russiafloodstoday #russiafloods2024 #moscow #Astana #russiafloodsand #russiafloodsandrussia #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~ED.101~GR.122~

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Vladimir Putin Vladimir Putin President of Russia (1999–2008, 2012–present)

Putin reappoints technocrat prime minister as fifth term kicks off [Video]

Putin reappoints technocrat prime minister as fifth term kicks off

Russian legislators will approve a new Putin cabinet in a rubber-stamp exercise following an election from which genuine opponents were excluded.

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Moscow Attacked: Putin's Response Imminent After Russian Capital Rocked By Ukraine's Drone Attacks [Video]

Moscow Attacked: Putin's Response Imminent After Russian Capital Rocked By Ukraine's Drone Attacks

Moscow's Mayor Sobyanin revealed a Ukrainian attempt to attack with a drone, intercepted near the city. No harm was reported. An air raid alert was sounded in Belgorod following an earlier attack, with Kursk also on alert. The Russian Defense Ministry hasn't provided full details. This reflects the escalating tensions amid increased drone and artillery attacks on Russia by Ukraine. #Moscownews#Moscow #Moscowattack #DroneAttack #Ukrainenews #Belgorod #RussianDefenseMinistry #MoscowDroneAttack #RussiaUkraine #Putin #news #Oneinda #Oneindia news

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Russia Victory Day Parade: Vladimir Putin Vows Revenge; Flaunts Missiles, Drones in Moscow [Video]

Russia Victory Day Parade: Vladimir Putin Vows Revenge; Flaunts Missiles, Drones in Moscow

President Putin's Victory Day address emphasised Russia's resilience and commitment to its armed forces amidst ongoing conflicts, including in Ukraine. However, this year's parade featured only one tank, symbolising Russia's military presence. Putin also criticised Western nations for colonial policies, while the parade showcased a display of nuclear warheads and various weapons systems. The event commemorated the victory over Nazi Germany in 1945, with over 300 cities participating in ceremonial parades across Russia. #Russia #VictoryDay #Putin #Revenge #MilitaryParade #Missiles #Drones #Moscow #Resilience #Sacrifice #WWII #NuclearPower #MilitaryMight #Sovereignty #ColonialPolicies ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.101~GR.121~

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Putin's Warning Falls Flat: EU To Give Ukraine Profits From Frozen Russian Assets | Details [Video]

Putin's Warning Falls Flat: EU To Give Ukraine Profits From Frozen Russian Assets | Details

In a significant move, the European Union has agreed to utilize revenue from frozen Russian assets, amounting to $200 billion, to provide military support to Ukraine. This decision marks a bold step in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Stay tuned for more details. #EU #EuropeanUnion #RussiaUkraineWar #VladimirPutin #VolodymyrZelenskyy #PutinvsZelenskyy #RussiaUkraine #RussiaUkraineConflict #FrozenRussianAssets #RussianArmy #UkrainianArmy #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.101~GR.124~HT.96~

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