The warrant, issued by a court in Moscow, accuses Navalnaya of being part of an "extremist" group.

Navalnaya, who currently resides outside of Russia, would face immediate arrest if she were to return. This move by the Russian government comes as Navalny's organizations, which primarily focus on exposing corruption, have been outlawed in the country.

The court's decision to issue an arrest warrant for Navalnaya has been strongly criticized. In a statement, she condemned the ruling, stating, "Vladimir Putin is a killer and a war criminal. He belongs in prison." Navalnaya's determination to continue her late husband's fight against the government has been recognized by Leonid Volkov, Navalny's former chief of staff.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has also expressed his disapproval of the arrest warrant, stating that it goes against the desire for freedom and democracy. Scholz highlighted Navalnaya's commitment to carrying on her husband's legacy and the support she has garnered from many Russians.

Navalnaya has been actively involved in continuing the work of Alexei Navalny since his tragic death. Despite facing similar threats of arrest, she accompanied him on a trip to Berlin for treatment after his Novichok poisoning. Upon their return, Navalny was arrested and subsequently sentenced to a 19-year prison term on extremism charges.

Despite the risks, Navalnaya remains resolute in her determination to carry on the fight against President Vladimir Putin's regime. She has met with world leaders, including US President Joe Biden, and called for protests during Russia's recent presidential elections.

Navalnaya's unwavering commitment to freedom of speech and democracy has been recognized, as she and the Russian Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK) were awarded the DW Freedom of Speech in May. During the award ceremony in Berlin, she highlighted the attempts made by Putin to silence dissenters but emphasized that he had failed to silence her husband's ideas.

The arrest warrant against Yulia Navalnaya is seen as yet another attempt by the Kremlin to target opposition figures who challenge the authority of President Putin. As the international community expresses concern, it remains to be seen how this development will impact Navalnaya's ongoing fight for justice and democratic values in Russia.