Finland has joined a coalition of 15 countries in demanding a full and transparent investigation into the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. This call comes exactly two years after Navalny's death and is complemented by a demand for the release of all political prisoners in Russia. The statement makes it clear that Russian authorities are solely responsible for Navalny's death, emphasizing the need for accountability in light of international norms regarding human rights and political freedoms.

The release of the petition follows recent accusations from five European countries, alleging that the Kremlin was responsible for Navalny's poisoning with a rare toxin called epibatidine while he was imprisoned. This particular toxin, found in poison dart frogs, raises serious concerns about Russia's adherence to international chemical weapons treaties. The allegations have been reported to the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), highlighting the potential violation of global chemical weapons agreements and demanding international scrutiny of Russia's actions.

In response, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitri Peskov dismissed the poisoning allegations as biased and unfounded, illustrating the tense relations between Finland, its European allies, and Russia. The dialogue continues as the European community reinforces its stance on human rights abuses in Russia, emphasizing the importance of transparency and accountability in governance, particularly concerning political dissent.