Russian officials bid farewell to former minister found dead after being fired by Putin | AFP

Hundreds of people attend the farewell ceremony for former Russian transport minister Roman Starovoyt, who allegedly committed suicide hours after being dismissed from his position by President Vladimir Putin. At least 17 members of the Russian government bid farewell to Starovoyt, according to state media. "He loved life very much, and I don't know how this could have happened," says mourner Vasilisa, adding that her husband worked with Starovoyt.