Reports in the Russian media suggest that opposition leader Alexei Navalny fell ill and lost consciousness after a trip. While some establishment media outlets aligned with the Kremlin’s messaging have suggested that he suffered from a blood clot, others have questioned this claim.
Navalny, known for his vocal criticism of Russian President Vladimir Putin, has faced numerous arrests and an attempted assassination in 2020 when he was poisoned with Novichok, a Russian nerve gas. Despite these challenges, he received medical treatment in Germany and returned to Russia to continue his opposition efforts. However, upon his return, he was imprisoned and sentenced to nine years for allegedly violating the terms of his imprisonment. While in prison, he endured hunger strikes, solitary confinement and reports of his deteriorating health.
Despite these difficulties, Navalny remains a prominent figure in the opposition movement against Putin’s regime. His supporters have rallied behind him, sharing updates on his condition and advocating for his release. Many are closely watching to see how his story will unfold and what impact it will have on the political landscape in Russia.