Biden says Navalny’s death brings urgency to the need for more aid for Ukraine

President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny (Picture: AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

President Joe Biden said that the apparent death of Russian anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny brings new urgency to the need for Congress to approve tens of billions of dollars for Ukraine to stave off Moscow’s invasion.

Speaking at the White House, Mr Biden said that no matter the cause, he holds Russian President Vladimir Putin responsible for Mr Navalny’s death.