Russia· Saint PetersburgRussian Military Personnel Killed in Targeted Attacks in St. Petersburg
Several Russian military personnel, including a colonel, have been killed in targeted car bombings in St. Petersburg.
Background
Russia is engaged in an ongoing conflict with Ukraine, which began in 2014 and escalated in February 2022. This conflict has led to significant military activity and casualties on both sides, with drone attacks and targeted incidents reported within Russian territory.
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Russian Military Personnel Killed in Targeted Attacks
First report 6h agoLast update 2h agoReports identify the victim as a colonel, possibly the chief navigator of the 6th Air Force and Air Defense Army, with some reports also mentioning a family member injured.
The explosive device was reportedly attached to the underside of the car and detonated remotely.
Authorities have opened a criminal case into the murder of the military serviceman following the car explosion.
The perpetrator of the St. Petersburg car bombing is believed to have fled Russia via Turkey to Chisinau.
This is the second car bombing targeting a senior Air Force officer in the area within three months.
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