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Explosion in Moscow Kills Pro-Russian Paramilitary Leader Armen Sarkisyan

A bomb blast in Moscow's Alye Parusa complex kills Armen Sarkisyan, a pro-Russian military leader, amidst rising tensions in Ukraine.

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  1. Explosion in upscale Moscow apartment complex reportedly kills Ukrainian separatist wanted by Kyiv

    The assassination of Armen Sarkisian underscores the increasing volatility and danger within Russia, as the fallout from its war in Ukraine manifests through a wave of targeted killings and explosions on its own soil.

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  2. Moscow bomb reportedly kills pro-Russian Ukrainian separatist

    The assassination of Armen Sarkisyan highlights the dangerous environment surrounding pro-Russian figures, as they become increasingly targeted amid the ongoing conflict, raising questions about the stability of Moscow's influence in Ukraine.

    Moscow bomb reportedly kills pro-Russian Ukrainian separatist

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  3. Pro-Russia paramilitary leader killed in Moscow blast

    The death of Armen Sargsyan underscores the perilous landscape for those entrenched in the conflict surrounding Ukraine, highlighting a chilling atmosphere where high-profile figures are marked by violence and retribution.

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  4. Blast in an upscale residential area in Moscow kills 1 and leaves 4 wounded

    The tragic explosion in a posh area of Moscow raises alarming questions about security and the potential for rising violence in a city often perceived as insulated from such turmoil.

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  5. Moscow bomb kills pro-Russia paramilitary leader from Ukraine

    The blast not only underscores the deepening conflict but also highlights the effectiveness of Ukrainian operations deep within Russian territory, posing a significant challenge to the Kremlin's security apparatus.

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  6. Bomb blast kills pro-Kremlin paramilitary leader wanted in Ukraine, Russian media reports

    The assassination of Armen Sargasyan underscores the ongoing violence and calculated attacks that define the conflict in Ukraine, revealing the precarious security situation in Moscow and the escalating tensions between the two nations.

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  7. Blast in an Upscale Residential Area in Moscow Kills 1 and Leaves 4 Wounded

    The tragedy in Moscow highlights the ongoing concerns about public safety in the city, as yet another violent incident leaves residents shaken and questioning their security.

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Updated: Feb 3rd, 2025, 11:54 AM ET

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A bomb blast in a luxury apartment block in Moscow has killed Armen Sarkisyan, a pro-Russian paramilitary leader, and injured several others. The explosion happened as he entered the building with bodyguards. Sarkisyan was on an international wanted list for alleged crimes linked to Ukraine's conflict. Investigators have opened a criminal probe into the incident, which is seen as a carefully planned assassination attempt. The blast adds to a series of violent incidents within Russia amid ongoing tensions related to the Ukraine war. Authorities are currently investigating the identity of those responsible.


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