Opposition leader Alexei Navalny’s appeal to be released from jail has been shot down. And despite international calls and domestic protests demanding his freedom, the Kremlin is doubling down.
Russia, If You're Listening...
It's time to release opposition leader Alexei Navalny from prison.
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The Alexei Navalny Saga, Explained
In case you missed it last week, Russian authorities refused to buckle under international pressure to release opposition leader Alexei Navalny from prison. But one thing is undeniable: Navalny’s arrest — and now, prison sentence — has sparked a domestic anti-Kremlin movement bigger and more fervent than Russia has seen in decades.
Navalny Sentenced to 3.5 Years
Flash forward to today: A Russian judge sentenced Navalny to 3.5 years in prison, but he will serve only 2.5 years to account for his year under house arrest. Check out the scene in Moscow today.
Navalny Waves Goodbye to Family
After being sentenced to 3.5 years, Navalny waves to his family through a glass cage.
The U.S. Sends Message to Russia
WH Press Sec. Jen Psaki says there is an “ongoing review” in response to Russia’s 3.5-year prison sentence for opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
