Aleksiej Nawalny

Aleksiej Nawalny was a prominent Russian opposition leader and anti-corruption activist known for his vocal criticism of President Vladimir Putin. He gained international recognition for his efforts to expose corruption within the Russian government and was a candidate for the presidency in 2018. Nawalny was arrested multiple times and faced numerous legal challenges, culminating in his poisoning in 2020 and subsequent imprisonment. He passed away in February 2024, leaving behind a legacy of activism and a call for democracy in Russia.