The jailed Kremlin opponent has been striking since March 31.

French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian has condemned as "unbearable" the Russian determination to break hunger-striking opposition figure, Alexei Navalny, warning that the European Union will not hesitate to sanction Vladimir Putin and the Russian authorities in the event of Navalny's death in prison.

Russia’s latest protests come as Putin comes under increased pressure to free Putin critic Alexei Navalny.

Moscow (AFP) - Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny said Friday he was ending a 24-day hunger strike he launched to demand medical treatment behind bars, after allies said his life was in danger.

In an Instagram post on Friday afternoon, Navalny said he will continue to demand a visit from his doctor to address a loss of sensation in his legs and arms.

Jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny has said he will end his three-week hunger strike following advice from doctors and thanked his supporters.