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-- Thousands turned out today for a public memorial ceremony for opposition leader Boris Nemtsov at the Andrei Sakharov rights center. Family and friends attended his burial service.

-- At least two foreign representatives were prevented from attending Nemtsov's funeral. Bogdan Borusewicz, the Polish senate speaker, was denied a visa and a Latvian MEP, Sandra Kalniete, was refused entry upon landing in Moscow.

-- Russian President Vladimir Putin did not attend the funeral of the former deputy prime minister. Instead, he sent his representative in parliament, Garry Minkh.

-- Anna Durytska, who was with Nemtsov when he was shot, was allowed to return to her home in Ukraine. She says she didn't see who killed Nemtsov.

-- Live stream

NOTE: Times are stated in local time in Moscow

12:23 28.2.2015

12:22 28.2.2015

This from overnight:

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Browder of Hermitage Capital Management is the former employer of Russian lawyer Sergei Magnitsky, another late, prominent anticorruption critic of the government.

12:10 28.2.2015

Aleksei Navalny, Russia’s paramount opposition leader whose latest stint under house arrest meant he was due to miss Sunday’s rally, found out about the murder hours after it happened.

He wrote about it on Facebook:

"I've only just found out from the guys who came to a meeting [at his home] about the murder of Boris Nemtsov. To be honest, I’m in such a shock that it’s difficult to find words.

"Boris came here as a guest a couple of days ago, as usual he was energetic, cheerful, full of plans. He charmed the police, chatted with them happily, explained why they should support the demands of the 'Spring' march, gave out brochures with his report. I can’t believe I’ll never see him again.

"It’s a monstrous tragedy and a loss for us all. Borya was a very good, decent man. You don’t often see a big, real politician who is a decent person. My most sincere condolences to his relatives, close ones, friends, and everyone -- we really have lost something irreplaceable.

"I don’t want to talk about versions because of the clear lack of information in my situation. I hope they let me go to the farewell ceremony to Boris."

12:06 28.2.2015

Russian Investigative Committee spokesman Vladimir Markin speaking in a video statement today:

"Currently the investigation is looking into several lines of inquiry. First of all of course, there is the possibility that the murder could be a provocation to destabilize the political situation in Russia. And Nemtsov could become a sacrificial victim for those who do not stop before using any means to reach their political goals."

12:04 28.2.2015

The OSCE Parliamentary Assembly president has issued this statement on the killing:

OSCE PA President expresses outrage, calls for justice following murder of Boris Nemtsov

COPENHAGEN, 28 February 2015 – OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President Ilkka Kanerva (MP, Finland) today issued the following statement on the murder of Russian opposition leader and former First Deputy Prime Minister Boris Nemtsov on Friday night in Moscow:

“I am outraged and appalled at the news of Boris Nemtsov’s murder. On behalf of the parliamentarians of the OSCE, I call on Russian authorities to uncover the truth behind this killing and bring its planners and perpetrators to justice. I sincerely hope that a swift and comprehensive investigation will dispel fears that Mr. Nemtsov was targeted for his political views and outspokenness in criticizing the Russian government, including its recent actions in Ukraine, as well as corruption in the country.

“Boris Nemtsov will be remembered as a passionate man who fought for what he believed was best for Russia and its people, knowing full well the dangers that came with his work. I express my condolences to his family, friends and supporters.”

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