WION – Kremlin says Unaware of Navalny’s Whereabouts

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, a prominent critic of President Vladimir Putin, is reportedly missing from the penal colony where he was imprisoned. His allies express concern over his disappearance, stating that they cannot contact him, while prison authorities remain silent about his whereabouts. The Kremlin has dismissed worries about Navalny’s location within the Russian prison system, shrugging off US comments on the matter. The Russian government critic’s disappearance comes amidst international scrutiny and accusations of interference by the United States. As of now, the Kremlin claims to be unaware of Navalny’s location, contributing to heightened concerns about his well-being and the transparency of the Russian prison system.