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Pro-Kremlin Blogger Arrested After Criticizing Putin and Ukraine War
Worldaftonbladetirozhlasdie-presse+9delfi-ltdigi24hvgn1-serbiaaktuality-skhotnewscyprus-mailMoscow Times+1 more26d ago12 sources

Pro-Kremlin Blogger Arrested After Criticizing Putin and Ukraine War

A formerly pro-Kremlin blogger, Ilya Remeslo, has been arrested for 'war fakes' months after denouncing Putin and criticizing the war in Ukraine. He faces two more months in pretrial detention after a previous psychiatric hospitalization.

UK Sanctions Russians Linked to Navalny and Skripal Chemical Attacks
WorldThe Independentindex-hraktuality-sk+3cyprus-mailjerusalem-postavgi1mo ago6 sources

UK Sanctions Russians Linked to Navalny and Skripal Chemical Attacks

The UK has imposed sanctions on nine Russians allegedly involved in the development of chemical weapons used in the poisoning of Alexei Navalny and Dawn Sturgess. These sanctions target individuals connected to the chemical attacks.

Navalny Supporters Publish Official Autopsy Details
Worlddigi245mo ago

Navalny Supporters Publish Official Autopsy Details

Supporters of the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny have published details from his official autopsy report. The information was shared by Maria Pevcik, a member of Navalny's team, on social media.

Navalny's Doctor Discusses Poisoning
Politicsfaz5mo ago

Navalny's Doctor Discusses Poisoning

Alexandr Polupan, a doctor involved in saving Alexei Navalny in 2020, states that Epibatidine acts similarly to Novichok, explaining why the regime might have used a different poison in a second attempt.

Mysterious Deaths Plague Putin's Critics and Rivals
WorldBBCAl JazeeraThe Independent5mo ago3 sources

Mysterious Deaths Plague Putin's Critics and Rivals

A review of the suspicious circumstances surrounding the deaths of several prominent critics and rivals of Vladimir Putin, including Alexei Navalny, highlights a pattern of mysterious ends.

Navalny's Widow Urges Russians to Vote for Yabloko Party
Politicsdigi246d ago

Navalny's Widow Urges Russians to Vote for Yabloko Party

Yulia Navalnaya, widow of Russian opposition activist Alexei Navalny, has called on Russian citizens to vote for the liberal pro-Western Yabloko party in the September parliamentary elections, a party that advocates for an end to the war in Ukraine.

Navalny Memorial Bench Unveiled in Helsinki
Worldyle-news2mo ago

Navalny Memorial Bench Unveiled in Helsinki

A memorial bench dedicated to the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was unveiled near the Russian Embassy in Helsinki, coinciding with what would have been his 50th birthday.

Kremlin Cancels Moscow Victory Day Parade Amid Threats, Shifts to Digital Format
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Kremlin Cancels Moscow Victory Day Parade Amid Threats, Shifts to Digital Format

The Kremlin announced the cancellation of the traditional Victory Day parade march in Moscow, citing security threats and stating it would be held in a digital format. This decision comes amidst ongoing tensions and discussions regarding foreign leaders' attendance.

Psychedelics for depression, dart frog poison and why do we have chins? – podcast
ScienceThe Guardian5mo ago

Psychedelics for depression, dart frog poison and why do we have chins? – podcast

Madeleine Finlay sits down with science editor Ian Sample and science correspondent Nicola Davis to discuss three eye-catching stories, including the impact of a powerful psychedelic on depression, answers on the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, and an explanation to the mystery of why humans have chins Single dose of potent psychedelic drug could help treat depression, trial shows Was Navalny poisoning by frog toxin meant to send a message? Continue reading...

Was Navalny poisoning by frog toxin meant to send a message?
PoliticsThe Guardian5mo ago

Was Navalny poisoning by frog toxin meant to send a message?

Yvette Cooper may think so, and use of epibatidine may seem exotic, but experts say that is not conclusive It was a very particular choice of weapon, but experts say it remains unclear whether the dart frog toxin used to kill the Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was intended to convey a message. Known as epibatidine, the poison is produced by wild dart frogs native to parts of South America – meaning Navalny could not have accidentally taken the poison. Continue reading...

Death of French activist Quentin is a 'turning point' in politics
WorldFrance 245mo ago

Death of French activist Quentin is a 'turning point' in politics

PRESS REVIEW – Monday, February 16: We look at reactions in France after the death of Quentin Deranque, a French activist close to the far right. He died of his injuries after being attacked at a protest over a speech given by a far-left MEP at Lyon's political science university. Also, five countries including Britain are mulling extra sanctions on Russia over a report that a deadly frog toxin killed Alexei Navalny. Plus: Olympics records tumble for France, Norway, Italy and Great Britain at the Winter Games.

EU Sanctions Russian Scientists Over Navalny's Death
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EU Sanctions Russian Scientists Over Navalny's Death

The European Union has imposed sanctions on six Russian scientists and individuals for their alleged involvement in the death of Alexei Navalny, who reportedly developed a deadly toxin. This move comes amidst broader discussions within the EU on defense projects and member states' positions on sanctions and other issues.

EU Countries Seek Stricter Visa Rules for Russian Tourists
Worlddelfi-ltdigi24aktuality-sk+2hotnewsMoscow Times2mo ago5 sources

EU Countries Seek Stricter Visa Rules for Russian Tourists

Several European Union countries are advocating for stricter visa regulations for Russian tourists, aiming to limit their entry into Europe. This move comes amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions, though some, like the widow of Alexei Navalny, argue it could be counterproductive.