Putin says he supported Alexei Navalny prisoner swap
Russian opposition leader Navalny dies in prison under controversial circumstances.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Russia’s well-known opposition leader, Alexei Navalny, died while serving a lengthy prison sentence on contested charges. Russian President Vladimir Putin mentioned supporting a prisoner exchange involving Navalny just before the opposition figure’s death. Putin made his first comments on Navalny’s passing, stating, “It happens. There is nothing you can do about it. It’s life.” Navalny’s associates alleged talks of a potential exchange between Navalny and prisoners held in Western countries. The circumstances surrounding Navalny’s death in custody continue to be debated, with Putin hinting at possible discussions concerning Navalny’s release.