Family, Supporters Gather for Funeral of Putin Critic Navalny, Vow to Continue His Opposition Work
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Family and supporters gathered in Moscow for funeral of Putin critic Alexei Navalny, who died under mysterious circumstances in a Russian prison.
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Navalny's body was released to his family after days of pleading by his mother. His wife has vowed to continue his opposition work.
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Navalny died in a notorious penal colony known as "Polar Wolf." Prison officials claim he died of "sudden death syndrome."
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His mysterious death in prison sparked accusations that he was killed for challenging President Putin.
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Four years ago, when asked what he'd say if killed, Navalny said supporters must "not give up" and to use their "incredible strength."