European Nations Accuse Russia of Using Frog Poison to Kill Navalny
Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was 'highly likely' killed in 2024 by a toxin found in poison dart frogs, according to a statement by five European nations.
European nations have accused Russia of using frog poison to assassinate Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, according to a joint statement released on Saturday by five European countries. The toxin allegedly found in poison dart frogs was identified as the cause of Navalny's death in 2024, sparking international outrage and demands for justice.
Navalny, a prominent critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, fell gravely ill during a flight in August 2024 and subsequently died after being hospitalized in Germany. The European nations that made the accusation have called for a thorough investigation into Navalny's death and have condemned the alleged use of poison as a means of silencing political opponents.
Russia has denied any involvement in Navalny's death and has dismissed the claims made by the European nations as baseless allegations. The poisoning of Navalny has further strained the already fragile relations between Russia and the West, leading to increased tensions and calls for accountability.