March 1st 2024.
The streets of Moscow were filled with protesters shouting "Putin is a killer" as they gathered for the funeral of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. He was only 47 years old when he died last month at a penal colony, and his supporters strongly believe that the president is responsible for his death.
The funeral procession made its way to the Church of the Icon of the Mother of God Soothe My Sorrows, located in the Maryino district where Navalny had once resided. As his coffin was carried inside, mourners clapped and chanted his name, while a large number of riot police stood guard.
It was reported that several churches in the city had refused to hold the service, but despite this, hundreds of people waited in line to enter the church. Western diplomats were also seen among the crowd, showing their support for the late politician.
As the funeral began, authorities lined the road leading to the church with barriers to control the growing crowd. It was a somber and emotional scene as people gathered around Navalny's open casket to pay their respects.
Meanwhile, Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that the Kremlin had nothing to say to Navalny's family on the day of his funeral. But Navalny's associate Leonid Volkov made a bold statement, saying that one day, Putin would have to answer for the death of the beloved opposition leader in court.
One mourner expressed their sadness, saying that they felt like they were attending a funeral for the Russia that could have been. Another woman shared her thoughts, saying that Navalny represented hope for a brighter future, not a country like North Korea. She also emphasized the importance of remembering Navalny's legacy and continuing his fight for justice.
Navalny's mother, Lyudmila Navalnaya, was also present at the funeral, after spending eight days trying to persuade authorities to release her son's body. It was a difficult process, as the government initially refused to release the body for post-mortem tests.
After the funeral service, which was live-streamed on Youtube, Navalny was taken to his final resting place at Borisovskoye Cemetery. Police were also present in large numbers at the burial site.
It has been a long and trying journey for Navalny's family and supporters, as they faced numerous obstacles in giving him a proper funeral. At one point, funeral directors were even threatened not to work with Navalny's team, making it challenging to find a hearse for the procession.
Despite these difficulties, Navalny's supporters remain determined to seek justice for his death and hold those responsible accountable. Many world leaders have condemned Putin for Navalny's passing, but the Kremlin continues to deny any involvement.
Navalny was a fierce opponent of Putin's regime, fighting against corruption and organizing large protests against the government. His death has left a void in the Russian political landscape, but his legacy and message continue to inspire and motivate others to stand up for what they believe in.
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