A Russian Senior Officer Dies in the Russian Capital Incident, Authorities Report.
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A high-ranking Russian general has been fatally wounded following an explosion in Moscow, according to reports from authorities.
The event took place on Monday morning when an explosive device planted beneath a vehicle was set off, leading to the death of Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov.
Sarvarov held the position of the head of the armed forces' unit responsible for operational readiness.
Authorities stated that one possible explanation points to the potential involvement of Ukrainian intelligence services. To date, Ukraine has offered no public response.
Scene of the Blast
Officials have been are examining the scene, which is reportedly in a south district of the city.
Reports indicate the blast took place in a vehicle lot adjacent to a residential building.
Series of Assaults
Since the onset of the extensive conflict in Ukraine, a string of Russian military personnel have been attacked within Moscow.
This latest event comes after other notable incidents, for instance:
- General Yaroslav Moskalik was killed in a car bomb attack in Moscow earlier this year.
- General Igor Kirillov was killed in late 2024 when a explosive placed on a scooter was detonated remotely.
While a informant in the past attributed Kirillov's death to Ukraine's security service, such assertions are not publicly admitted as a matter of standard practice.
Hostilities has witnessed shadowy operations moving into the heart of the Russian capital.
The examination into General Sarvarov's death remains ongoing.
