Former Soviet Union leaderMikhail Gorbachev has diedat the age of 91.

The details of his death, and added information about his health condition, are developing as of publication.

The Central Clinical Hospital confirmed his passing.

Mikhail Gorbachev listening

However, others still felt he was solely to blame for the breakup of the Soviet Union.

He argued that, without working together, future crises are going to be much harder to tackle.

His influence is still being felt throughout Russia too, even during a dark period for the country.

Mikhail Gorbachev surrounded by confetti

He added, “This is the modern [Russian Federation].

That is why Russians do not see, hear or realize anything.

No matter what language you speak to them.”

Mikhail Gorbachev speaking at an event

They declared victory in the Cold War."

Unfortunately, “the ‘winners’ decided to build a new empire.

Hence the idea of NATO expansion.”

Mikhail Gorbachev attends an event

Mikhail Gorbachev looks grumpy

Mikhail Gorbachev listening at an event

Mikhail Gorbachev looks regal