Summary
Vyacheslav Leontyev, who once led the Soviet-era Pravda publishing house, died after reportedly falling from a window in Moscow. His death follows a pattern of unexplained deaths among notable Russian figures since the start of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict in 2022. Authorities are investigating but have not confirmed the cause of his death.
Key Facts
- Vyacheslav Leontyev was 87 years old and headed the Pravda publishing house during Soviet times.
- Leontyev's body was found outside his sixth-floor apartment in Moscow.
- Russian media suggested his death was a suicide, citing health issues and personal difficulties.
- Pravda was the official newspaper of the Soviet Communist Party until 1991.
- Western media pointed out that Leontyev's death is one of several mysterious deaths involving Russian figures since the 2022 war in Ukraine.
- Many of these deaths have involved falls from windows, and some speculate they may be linked to political or corruption issues.
- The cause of Leontyev's death remains officially unconfirmed, and investigations are ongoing.
