Putin Promotes Prison Official Accused of Torturing Navalny
Vladimir Putin has promoted Valery Boyarinev, a prison official accused of torturing Alexei Navalny during his imprisonment, just days after Navalny’s death in a penal colony. Boyarinev, the first deputy head of the Federal Penitentiary Service, was awarded the military rank of Colonel General of the Internal Service. In a court hearing in June 2023, it was revealed that Boyarinev had ordered the penal colony where Navalny was held to limit the opposition figure’s food intake. The promotion has sparked further outrage, with critics denouncing it as a personal reward for torture and murder from Putin.
Navalny’s Body Delayed as Authorities Conduct Examination
The mother of Alexei Navalny has been told that she must wait 14 days to receive her son’s body as authorities in Russia conduct a “chemical examination”. This has raised suspicions of possible poisoning, as Navalny’s wife, Yulia Navalnaya, alleged. Navalny’s death in a penal colony sparked widespread protests and mourning. Navalny was a prominent critic of Putin’s regime and had been imprisoned multiple times for his opposition activities.
Jailed Russian Opposition Figure Expresses Anger as He Learns of Navalny’s Death
Ilya Yashin, a jailed Russian opposition politician, has expressed his anger and shock upon learning about Alexei Navalny’s death in a prison camp. Yashin, who was imprisoned for allegedly spreading false information about Russian forces, described Navalny as his friend and a fellow activist. Yashin vowed to continue his fight for a peaceful, free, and happy Russia, despite the risks he faces while in prison.
Putin’s Russia and the Legacy of Navalny
Alexei Navalny, a prominent opposition figure, spent over a decade meticulously investigating and exposing the intertwined networks of power, corruption, and business that supported Putin’s regime. Despite being silenced through numerous arrests, poisonings, and incarcerations, Navalny used digital platforms and social media channels to shed light on the corrupt practices of Putin’s inner circle. Navalny’s death in custody has ignited international outrage and renewed scrutiny on the Russian government’s stifling of political dissent.
UK and G7 Allies Expected to Impose Sanctions
Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron has announced that the UK and its G7 allies plan to impose fresh sanctions on those involved in Navalny’s death. Cameron condemned Putin’s regime and stressed the importance of addressing the violations of human rights. Meanwhile, the US and other G7 nations are also exploring similar measures to hold Russia accountable for Navalny’s untimely demise.
World Pays Tribute to Navalny at Vigils and Protests
Hundreds of people around the world gathered to mourn Navalny’s death, paying tribute through vigils, protests, and the laying of flowers. Vigils took place in cities like Rome, Paris, and Athens, where people gathered to remember the prominent Russian opposition leader who dedicated his life to fighting corruption and advocating for a more democratic Russia. Amid these expressions of grief, Navalny’s ally has called out the Russian authorities for attempting to cover up the evidence of their alleged crime.
International Calls for Independent Investigation and Sanctions
EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell called for an independent international investigation into Navalny’s death and urged the European Union to impose sanctions on Russia. Borrell emphasized that responsibility for Navalny’s death extends to Putin and implicated the Russian penitentiary system in the circumstances leading to the opposition figure’s untimely demise.
Note: This article is a summary of the events surrounding Navalny’s death and the subsequent reactions from governments and the international community. It does not reflect the opinions of the author or the website.
