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Landed, in trouble: Alexei Navalny returns to Russia

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Navalny's Defiant Return

This chapter chronicles Alexei Navalny's dramatic return to Moscow following a poisoning incident, where he faced immediate arrest upon arrival. It captures the charged atmosphere surrounding his landing at Sheremetyev Airport, highlighting his fearlessness and commitment to political truth despite the looming threat of imprisonment. The narrative also explores the political ramifications of his return on the Kremlin and the complex dynamics at play in Russian politics.

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