What's happened
World leaders express horror and concern over the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
Why it matters
The death of Navalny has sparked global outrage and raised serious questions about the Russian regime.
What the papers say
Politico emphasizes Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's direct accusation of Putin, while The Independent highlights US Secretary of State Blinken's condemnation of the Russian president.
How we got here
The death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in prison has led to widespread condemnation and calls for Russia to answer serious questions about the circumstances of his death.
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Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin is a Russian politician and former intelligence officer who has served as President of Russia since 2012, previously holding the position from 1999 until 2008.