Deborah McWhinney

I don’t say it often, but everyone should watch this video in its entirety. The use of 'brave' as an adjective has become almost disposable these days, overused to the point of meaninglessness. However, this video—filmed within 48 hours of learning that one of her greatest nightmares had become a reality—demonstrates remarkable bravery by Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of Alexei Navalny. The power and clarity of her message and the decision to put herself directly in the crosshairs of Vladimir Putin and his security services is an example of extraordinary sacrifice. Россия будет свободной!