Monaco Bombing: Who Was the Sanctioned Ukrainian Oligarch Targeted?
Summary
A parcel bomb exploded in Monaco, seriously injuring Ukrainian businessman Vadym Yermolaiev, who is under sanctions by Ukraine. The attack is being treated as attempted murder, and authorities are searching for the suspect who fled toward France.Key Facts
- The bomb exploded Monday night at an apartment building in Monaco.
- Vadym Yermolaiev, his wife, and teenage son were injured.
- Surveillance footage showed a man leaving the bomb in the building's entrance and fleeing.
- The suspect crossed the border on foot to the nearby French town of Beausoleil.
- Yermolaiev is a wealthy Ukrainian businessman with a $230 million fortune.
- He was sanctioned by Ukraine in December 2023 for alleged ties to Russia after Crimea’s annexation.
- Yermolaiev denies these allegations and reportedly renounced Ukrainian citizenship in 2017.
- His family members have faced legal issues in Europe related to criminal activities.
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