The untimely death of Alexei Navalny, a prominent critic of President Vladimir Putin, has sent shockwaves around the world. Navalny passed away in the Arctic Circle prison dubbed “Polar Wolf,” one of the most notorious penal institutions globally. He was serving a 19-year sentence under charges that international observers have condemned as politically motivated. Navalny’s sudden illness during a routine walk within the prison grounds led to his demise. While the exact cause of his death is yet to be determined, his legal team and spokespeople scramble for verifiable information.
Should an independent international body investigate Putin critic, Alexei Navalny's death?