Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny died in his penal colony, according to Russian authorities, while his team claims he was murdered. The United States is preparing to announce a major sanctions package in response to Navalny’s death and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The European Union summoned Russia’s charge d’affaires and several member states called in Russian ambassadors over the incident. Navalny’s mother and widow have demanded the immediate release of his body, but investigators have stated it could be held for at least two weeks. The Kremlin has not commented on Navalny’s death, and Putin has remained silent. Navalny’s death has led to widespread mourning and accusations against Putin, with his widow vowing to continue the fight against the Kremlin. The West has accused Russia of responsibility for Navalny’s death, while imprisoned opposition figure Ilya Yashin believes Putin ordered the killing.