Moscow: Hundreds of people attended the funeral of the last leader of the Soviet Union, Mikhail Karbasev. At the same time, Russian President Vladimir Putin did not pay his last respects on behalf of the government and also ignored the funeral.
Mikhail Karbasev, 91, the last leader of the former Soviet Union, died recently. Karbasev was cremated next to his wife’s grave in Novodevichy, the Russian capital, Moscow. Earlier, the funeral was held at Pillar Hall. The funeral of leaders including the President of Russia is usually held here. Karpashev’s funeral was held with heavy security.
In this, hundreds of people participated and paid tribute. At the same time, no respect was announced by the government. President Vladimir Putin also did not attend the funeral. Earlier on the day of Karbasev’s death, a wreath was placed on Putin’s behalf as his body lay in hospital.
Karbasev was the leader of the Soviet Union from 1985 – 1991. At that time, he ended the Cold War with countries including America. Likewise, he also carried out many reforms in the Soviet Union. He was also awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for this. He is hailed as a great reformer internationally.
At the same time, he was criticized in Russia for causing the breakup of the Soviet Union in 1991. He is accused of causing economic damage in Russia due to the breakup of the Soviet Union and many people were forced into poverty. Therefore, it is said that Karpashev was not honored by the government.
Also, if state honors are declared, many foreign leaders will have to be invited. Russia has waged war on the Eastern European country of Ukraine. Due to this, America and European countries are against Russia. In this case, it is said that Russian President Putin does not want to pay respects to the government to avoid inviting foreign leaders.
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