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Explosion in Monaco Suspected as Terrorist Attack; Three Injured
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Explosion in Monaco Suspected as Terrorist Attack; Three Injured

From Veฤernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Three people were injured following a significant explosion in Monaco, with authorities suspecting a terrorist attack.
  • A suspect was reportedly seen leaving a bag near a residential building's entrance before fleeing the scene.
  • The incident, which occurred around 9 p.m., injured a couple in their fifties and sixties severely, and a 13-year-old boy lightly.

A powerful explosion rocked Monaco, injuring three people and prompting authorities to investigate the incident as a likely terrorist attack. The blast occurred around 9 p.m. near the entrance of a residential building. Local officials believe the event was not accidental, especially after a suspect was captured on surveillance cameras leaving a bag before fleeing.

Minister Christophe Mirmand stated, "This is the first time in history, as far as I know, that such an act has occurred in the Principality." He added, "This is likely a terrorist attack."

The explosion caused severe injuries to a couple in their fifties and sixties, who are believed to be Ukrainian nationals and members of the same family. A 13-year-old boy also sustained minor injuries. The immediate aftermath saw a significant police and security response to secure the area and begin the investigation.

Authorities are actively pursuing the suspect who was seen abandoning the bag. The incident marks a significant and concerning event for the principality, which has historically been spared such acts of violence. The investigation is ongoing to determine the full circumstances and motives behind the explosion.

This is the first time in history, as far as I know, that such an act has occurred in the Principality. This is likely a terrorist attack.

โ€” Christophe MirmandMinister Christophe Mirmand commented on the unprecedented nature of the explosion in Monaco and its suspected cause.
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Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.