No hearse for Navalny as family prepares funeral

The family of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has announced that there will be no traditional hearse for his funeral. Navalny, who passed away in prison under mysterious circumstances, will instead be taken to his final resting place in a simple wooden coffin carried by his friends and supporters.

Navalny’s widow, Yulia, stated that her late husband would have wanted a modest and solemn funeral, in line with his values of humility and solidarity with the Russian people. The decision to forgo a hearse has sparked controversy in Russia, with some criticizing the family’s choice as disrespectful to the deceased.

Despite the backlash, Navalny’s family remains steadfast in their decision, emphasizing that his funeral should be a reflection of his life’s work and his commitment to fighting corruption and injustice. The procession to the cemetery is expected to be a somber and quiet affair, with mourners paying their respects to a man who was a thorn in the side of the Russian government until the very end.