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UK, allies say they're convinced Kremlin critic Navalny was poisoned
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on February 14, 2026
1 min readLast updated: February 14, 2026
Quick Summary
UK and allies confirm Navalny was poisoned with epibatidine, a lethal toxin. Russian government denies involvement in his death.
UK and Allies Conclude Navalny Was Poisoned with Lethal Toxin
Analysis of Navalny's Poisoning
LONDON, Feb 14 (Reuters) - Britain and allies France, Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands are convinced that late Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny was poisoned with a lethal toxin in a penal colony two years ago, they said in a joint statement on Saturday.
Government Conclusions
That was the conclusion of the five governments based on analyses of samples from Navalny, according to the statement issued in London.
Toxin Details
It added that the analyses had conclusively confirmed the presence of epibatidine, a toxin found in poison dart frogs in South America and not found naturally in Russia. The Russian government has denied any responsibility for Navalny's death.
Russian Government's Denial
(Reporting by Muvija M; editing by Mark Heinrich)
Key Takeaways
- •UK and allies conclude Navalny was poisoned.
- •Epibatidine, a lethal toxin, was found in samples.
- •The toxin is not naturally found in Russia.
- •Russian government denies responsibility.
- •Joint statement issued by five governments.
Frequently Asked Questions about UK, allies say they're convinced Kremlin critic Navalny was poisoned
1What is poisoning?
Poisoning refers to the harmful effects caused by substances that can lead to illness or death. In the context of Alexei Navalny, it involved the use of a lethal toxin.
2What is a toxin?
A toxin is a poisonous substance produced by living organisms. Toxins can cause harm to other organisms and are often used in biological warfare or as a method of assassination.
3What is a joint statement?
A joint statement is a formal declaration made by multiple parties, often used to express a common position or agreement on a specific issue.
