The funeral service for Alexey Navalny, a prominent figure, took place in Moscow with his hearse arriving at the Church of the Icon of Our Lady Soothe My Sorrows. A significant crowd gathered, demonstrating their respect by clapping and chanting 'Navalny!' as the coffin was removed from the hearse. The event attracted a long queue of attendees, extending 1.5 kilometers, despite a substantial police presence. This marks a significant moment as people overcame multiple obstacles to pay their respects.
Navalny's funeral update: The line to the church is now 1.5 kilometers long. #Moscow
People are applauding and shouting ‘Navalny!’ as the hearse carrying his body arrives at the church https://t.co/0jNBEEmsqe
Navalny's hearse arrived to the church. People clap and chant "Navalny!" - Russian media. https://t.co/otaZI4Fe3I https://t.co/PJNiX6Z4PB
Navalny's coffin being delivered to the church in Moscow as a huge crowd shouts his name. (unsure who filmed this) https://t.co/pgyXHtLBMu
The hearse carrying Alexey Navalny’s body has arrived at the church for his funeral. People have begun chanting “Navalny!” outside the building. https://t.co/o7TJ79t7J3
The crowd chants Navalny’s name as his coffin and body are removed from the hearse outside the Church of the Icon of Our Lady Soothe My Sorrows. https://t.co/xp0OdPn3jq
WATCH: Long queue for the church where Navalny’s farewell service is being held. https://t.co/oy6ndb98Ho
Long line for #Navalny funeral services in Moscow https://t.co/CS1CK0BZun
The queue for Navalny's funeral in Moscow, despite a huge police presence outside the church. https://t.co/mIdSTnjZJV
After multiple obstacles were overcome, Navalny's funeral is finally underway. People are lining up to pay their respects... https://t.co/tQEL6mB11K