Live: Explosion in Monaco; Suspect 'Appears to Have Gone Towards France,' Says Minister of State

Monaco's Minister of State, Christophe Mirmand, has stated that the suspect in a significant explosion that rocked the principality appears to have fled towards France. The blast, which occurred on Monday evening, injured at least three people. Among the injured is Vadim Ermolaev, a 58-year-old Ukrainian oligarch, who was reportedly in his apartment with his wife and teenage son at the time of the incident. Ermolaev, who amassed his fortune in Dnipro, Ukraine, was believed to be the target of the attack. The explosion caused considerable damage and distress, with one resident describing hearing "screams" and "cries" and seeing "two people on the ground." Reports indicate that a child was thrown approximately 15 meters by the blast and is hospitalized. The child's mother sustained severe injuries, reportedly losing her legs, and her life is considered to be in danger. Mirmand confirmed the severity of her injuries but declined to comment on specific surgical procedures. The suspect is expected to receive medical care in Nice or Marseille, depending on his condition. Monaco's judicial and intelligence services are working closely with their French counterparts in the ongoing search and apprehension efforts.

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The suspect seems to have left towards France.