A Ukrainian woman, Anastasiia Berezovska, suspected in a bomb attack targeting a Ukrainian businessman in Monaco, was found dead near Kyiv on Monday, according to Ukraine's prosecutor general's office. Authorities had issued an Interpol Red Notice for her arrest the previous week.
Details Surrounding the Bomb Attack
Prosecutors in Monaco allege that Berezovska was involved in a bomb attack against Vadym Yermolaiev, a Ukrainian-born Cypriot citizen. Yermolaiev, who has been under sanctions from Kyiv since 2023 due to his business interests in Russian-occupied Crimea, was wounded in the attack, along with his partner and son.
The incident, which occurred last Monday, shocked the coastal tax haven, prompting Prince Albert II to describe it as an "odious act." The attack has raised significant concerns about security and criminal activity in Monaco.
Investigation and Arrests Made
Following the attack, Ukrainian authorities detained an employee of the military intelligence service, HUR, who confessed to killing Berezovska along with another suspect, a former law enforcement official. The investigation revealed that Berezovska was a 39-year-old German speaker with a distinct tattoo.
Initially, prosecutors mistook her for a man, complicating the investigation. Reports indicate she may have fled to France before traveling to Germany by car through several countries, including Italy. German authorities later confirmed that they had searched her rented apartment in Frankfurt.
Broader Implications and Context
This incident highlights ongoing tensions and criminal activities linked to the conflict in Ukraine. As investigations continue, authorities are concerned about the implications for regional security and the potential for further violence.
- Berezovska's Age: 39 years old
- Attack Date: Last Monday
- Injuries: Yermolaiev and family members
- Sanctions: Imposed by Kyiv since 2023
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