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Interpol names Ukrainian woman as suspect in Monaco bombing

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Jun 28 – Jul 4

16 articles|6 sources
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Al Jazeera6h ago

Interpol names Ukrainian woman as suspect in Monaco bombing

Interpol has identified Anastasiia Berezovska, a 39-year-old Ukrainian woman, as the chief suspect in a bomb attack in Monaco. The attack, which occurred on Monday, injured a Ukrainian tycoon, his partner, and son, who were reportedly targeted. Berezovska is wanted by Monaco for attempted murder and related charges. Monaco authorities stated the victims were a family and appeared to be specifically targeted, though they have not been officially identified. Media reports named Ukrainian construction tycoon Vadym Yermolaiev as one of the wounded, noting his past renunciation of Ukrainian citizenship and imposition of Ukrainian sanctions due to his ties to Russia. The bomb was detonated remotely, and the suspect was initially believed to be male before CCTV footage revealed a woman disguised as a man.

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BBC News - World7h ago

Ukrainian woman named by Interpol as main suspect in Monaco bomb attack

Monaco's prosecutor's office has identified a Ukrainian woman as the main suspect in a bomb attack that occurred in Monaco. The suspect is reportedly no longer in the principality. The attack injured three individuals, including a 13-year-old, who were treated in hospitals in Nice. The victims were reportedly a wealthy real estate developer, his partner, and his son. Monaco's prosecutor credited cooperation between Monaco and French police for the swift identification of the suspect. Prince Albert II of Monaco has condemned the incident as a "heinous crime."

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Associated Press (AP)9h ago

Interpol names suspect in Monaco bombing that reportedly targeted Russia-linked Ukrainian tycoon

Interpol has identified Anastasiia Berezovska, a 39-year-old Ukrainian woman, as the suspect in a Monaco bombing. The international law enforcement agency issued a Red Notice seeking her arrest for attempted murder and other charges, as requested by Monaco authorities. Reports indicate the bombing may have targeted a Ukrainian tycoon with ties to Russia. Berezovska is described as having dark hair, speaking German, and possessing a tattoo of a snake on her right arm. The article also mentions three individuals were injured by an explosive device in Monaco and are being treated in Nice, France.

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South China Morning Post8h ago

Monaco hunts Ukrainian woman who posed as male to carry out bomb attack

Interpol has issued a Red Notice for Anastasiia Berezovska, a 39-year-old Ukrainian woman, in connection with a bombing in Monaco. The explosion, which occurred at a residential building entrance on Monday, injured three people, identified as a family and reportedly targeted Ukrainian construction tycoon Vadym Yermolaiev. Yermolaiev has previously renounced his Ukrainian citizenship and faced Ukrainian sanctions for alleged ties to Russia. Monaco authorities are seeking Berezovska's arrest for attempted murder, placing an explosive device with criminal intent, and criminal conspiracy. The Interpol notice describes the suspect as having dark hair, speaking German, and possessing a tattoo on her right arm.

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The Guardian - World News3d ago

Monaco explosion injures three and triggers police hunt

An explosion occurred Monday evening in a residential building lobby in Monaco, injuring three people, two of whom are in critical condition. CCTV footage reportedly shows a man dropping a backpack at the location shortly before the blast, and police are hunting for the suspect who fled on foot towards the French border. The explosive device is described as a "parcel bomb" containing bolts and buckshot. The victims are a couple in their 50s or 60s, who are in life-threatening condition, and a 13-year-old, who sustained less serious injuries. The minister of state stated the incident was "very likely an attack," and the principality's prosecutor general confirmed the suspect left a bag or package, though no motive has been identified.

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Associated Press (AP)2d ago

Monaco authorities detain then release a person in their probe of this week’s explosion

Monaco authorities are actively investigating an explosion that occurred late Monday at an apartment building entrance, which reportedly wounded a Ukrainian tycoon with ties to Russia and two other individuals. A foreign national was detained in Monaco on Wednesday in connection with the probe but was later released after further checks were deemed necessary. The blast is being treated as an attempted assassination, and authorities have stated the victims, identified in media reports as construction tycoon Vadym Yermolaiev, a woman, and a child, appeared to have been specifically targeted. The injured child has been interviewed in France, but the other two victims are not yet in a condition to be questioned. French authorities are assisting Monaco in the investigation.

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Human Interest(4)
Al Jazeera2d ago

Who is Vadym Yermolaiev, the Ukrainian tycoon injured in Monaco blast?

A bomb exploded at a residential building in Monaco on Monday night, injuring three Ukrainian nationals, including oligarch Vadym Yermolaiev, his partner, and their son. Police are searching for a suspect seen leaving an explosive device, which contained bolts and buckshot, at the building's entrance. Yermolaiev, a wealthy businessman who relocated to Monaco in 2021, was placed under Ukrainian sanctions in 2023 for business dealings in Russian-annexed Crimea. Investigators are exploring the theory that Ukraine's Security Service may have directed the attack as a warning. The woman is in life-threatening condition, while Yermolaiev and his son sustained less severe injuries.

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Fox News - World3d ago

'Parcel bomb' explodes in Monaco residential area, leaving 2 critically injured: reports

A parcel bomb exploded in the center of Monaco near a residential building on Monday night, critically injuring two people. Surveillance video reportedly showed a man leaving a backpack at the scene shortly before the blast. Monaco's minister of state confirmed the two victims sustained life-threatening injuries, noting that such an event is unprecedented in the principality. Authorities in Monaco and France have launched a joint operation to find the suspect. Mayors from nearby French towns expressed solidarity and support for Monaco following the incident.

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The Guardian - World News3d ago

‘He isn’t political’: the Ukrainian-born oligarch targeted by a Monaco bomber

Ukrainian-born oligarch Vadym Iermolaiev, a wealthy businessman with interests in real estate, agriculture, and vodka production, was injured in a parcel bomb explosion outside his Monaco apartment. The attack, which also injured his wife and child, occurred Monday evening. Iermolaiev, who previously held Ukrainian citizenship and now has EU citizenship from Cyprus, was reportedly targeted despite claims he is not political. Ukraine had previously imposed sanctions on him, alleging he continued to trade alcohol in occupied Crimea and pay taxes to Russia, which he denied. A more plausible motive suggested by sources is a connection to an alleged call center scam involving his son, Artur, who faced charges in Estonia for creating fraudulent investment schemes.

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Key Claims

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Interpol has named Anastasiia Berezovska as the chief suspect in a Monaco bombing.

— Interpol

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Yermolaiev was targeted by Ukrainian sanctions in 2023 for his ties to Russia.

— Vadym Yermolaiev

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The suspect was initially perceived as male but later identified as a woman disguised as a man.

— Monaco prosecutors

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Interpol has named a Ukrainian woman as the main suspect in the Monaco bomb attack.

— Interpol

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Monaco's prosecutor identified the suspect in a 'particularly short time' with cooperation from Monaco and French police.

— Monaco's prosecutor

May 3 – May 9

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The Guardian - World NewsMay 3

Two people dead after explosion at house in Bristol

Two people have died following a suspicious explosion at a residential address in Sterncourt Road, Frenchay, Bristol, which occurred around 6:30 am on Sunday. Avon and Somerset Police have declared a major incident and are treating the cause as suspicious, though they have ruled out terrorism. Emergency services, including bomb disposal, are on the scene, and a cordon is in place, leading to road closures and the evacuation of nearby residents. Police are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident, but are conducting inquiries at a linked property in Speedwell. Families of the deceased have been informed.

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Key Claims

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Two adults have died following an explosion at a residential address in Sterncourt Road, Bristol.

— Avon and Somerset police

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Residents of nearby houses were evacuated to a temporary rest centre at a nearby Harvester pub.

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The cause of the explosion is being treated as suspicious, but police have ruled out terrorism as a motive.

— Avon and Somerset police

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Police are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.

— Avon and Somerset police

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There was not believed to have been any significant damage to neighbouring properties.

— Avon and Somerset police