A high-ranking Russian general, Lt Gen Yaroslav Moskalik, was killed in a car bomb attack in Balashikha, near Moscow. This incident occurred just before a meeting between U. S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin aimed at discussing peace in Ukraine.
• Lt Gen Moskalik was the deputy head of the Main Operations Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces.
• The explosion involved a "homemade" device that detonated under his vehicle, causing significant damage in a residential area.
• The assassination became news immediately before the scheduled meeting between Witkoff and Putin, who were seeking progress towards a peace settlement amid ongoing tensions.
• An investigation indicated that the explosive device contained shrapnel, and videos of the blast surfaced on social media.
• The attack raised questions about potential involvement from Ukrainian or European intelligence, especially since it coincided with peace talks.
• The incident is part of a series of high-profile assassinations during the conflict, including previous attacks on Russian officials.
The killing of General Moskalik highlights the escalating violence and complex dynamics of the ongoing conflict, as it fuels speculation about the motives behind such actions and their impact on international peace negotiations.
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