On December 18, 2023, Russian investigators announced the arrest of a 29-year-old Uzbek national suspected of involvement in the assassination of General Igor Kirillov, who died in a bomb attack claimed by Ukraine. Reports indicate that the suspect was promised $100,000 and the opportunity to relocate to Europe. Allegedly recruited by Ukrainian special services, he placed an explosive device near Kirillov’s residence and activated it remotely. The suspect faces severe charges, including murder and terrorism, while Russian authorities vowed to punish those behind the attack.

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