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Ukrainecast: Alexei Navalny Reported Dead
Feb 16, 2024
BBC correspondent Sarah Rainsford and writer Boris Akunin discuss the reported death of Alexei Navalny, Putin's main rival. Topics include international reactions, Navalny's resilience and impact on Russia, the torture he endured in prison, and the implications for the Kremlin. The podcast also touches on the conflict in Ukraine.
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- Navalny's death raises questions about Kremlin's involvement and potential consequences for the opposition movement.
- Navalny's legacy as a symbol of defiance against the Kremlin will continue to inspire future generations.
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Alexei Navalny's Death and Political Repression in Russia
The podcast discusses the shocking news of the death of Alexei Navalny, a prominent Russian opposition politician and critic of President Putin. Navalny was serving a 19-year prison sentence on politically motivated charges when he suddenly died in a Siberian jail. The podcast highlights Navalny's courageous return to Russia after surviving a poisoning attempt and his unwavering defiance in the face of imprisonment. It raises questions about the Kremlin's involvement in his death and the potential consequences for the opposition movement in Russia. The podcast also touches upon the impact of Navalny's death on the upcoming Russian elections and the overall repressive nature of Putin's regime.
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