Russian opposition leader, Alexei Navalny, died abruptly after falling ill following a walk.
Navalny's death is viewed by many as murder due to lingering effects from a 2020 novichok poisoning.
Navalny's death underscores the ruthless and extensive silencing of opposition in Russia.
The death of other Kremlin critics over the years has faced outrage outside Russia, though with limited action.
Conclusion: Navalny's death is emblematic of the struggle and consequences of challenging the status quo in Russia, however, his call to his followers is not to give up their fight for justice and against corruption.