Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:24pm on 20 Feb 2024,Tuesday International
Alexei Navalny's mother urges President Putin to release her son's body after his death in a Russian prison. In a video outside the prison, she pleads for access, revealing she hasn't seen him for five days. Navalny's wife, Yulia, demands authorities allow a dignified burial, accusing Putin of her husband's death. The family was informed the body would be held for "chemical analysis." Russian authorities haven't confirmed its location. Western leaders blame Putin for Navalny's death, considering new sanctions. UK Foreign Secretary expects G7 to impose sanctions on those linked to Navalny's demise.
