Alexei Navalny was murdered! Spokeswoman demands immediate body's handover; Here's how

New Delhi: On Saturday, Kira Yarmysh, the spokeswoman for Alexei Navalny, confirmed the tragic news of his death, referencing an official notice received by Navalny's mother, Lydumila. Yarmysh took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to demand the immediate release of Navalny's body to his family.

Confirmation of Navalny's death

In a tweet, Navalny's spokesperson asserted, "Alexey Navalny was murdered. His death occurred on February 16 at 2:17 p.m. local time, according to the official message to Alexey’s mother." She further disclosed that Navalny's body was reportedly in Salekhard, picked up by investigators from the IC, who are currently conducting investigations.

Alexey Navalny was murdered. His death occurred on February 16 at 2:17 p.m. local time, according to the official message to Alexey’s mother.

An employee of the colony said that the body of Navalny is now in Salekhard. It was picked up by investigators from the IC. Now they are…

— Кира Ярмыш (@Kira_Yarmysh) February 17, 2024

International scrutiny and concern

The news of Navalny's demise surfaces amid intense international scrutiny and concern regarding his declining health while serving his sentence in the Yamalo-Nenets region. Navalny, a vocal critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, faced imprisonment, igniting global condemnation of the Russian government's handling of his case.

Alexey's lawyer and his mother have arrived at the Salekhard morgue. It's closed, however, the colony has assured them it's working and Navalny's body is there. The lawyer called the phone number which was on the door. He was told he was the seventh caller today. Alexey's body is… pic.twitter.com/CsPbONUBrn

— Кира Ярмыш (@Kira_Yarmysh) February 17, 2024

Navalny's imprisonment and global backlash

Navalny's controversial imprisonment prompted widespread backlash from world leaders and human rights advocates, who decried Russia's treatment of political dissent. Calls for Navalny's release echoed globally, emphasizing the importance of upholding human rights and democratic principles.

Legacy of Navalny

Alexei Navalny leaves behind a powerful legacy as a relentless crusader against corruption and authoritarianism in Russia. His unwavering dedication to democracy and human rights resonates profoundly within Russia and beyond, inspiring millions with his courage and resilience.