Monaco Explosion Injures 3, Suspect Flees to France

An explosion at a residential building in Monaco on Monday night injured three people, including a Ukrainian magnate, and the alleged attacker fled into France. Monaco's senior government official, Minister of State Christophe Mirmand, confirmed the incident occurred around 9 p.m. near the French border.

Two adults and a child were hospitalized with injuries. French and Ukrainian media outlets identified one of the injured as Ukrainian construction tycoon Vadym Iermolaiev. Ukrainska Pravda reported that Iermolaiev faced Ukrainian sanctions in 2023 due to alleged ties with Russia.

Video surveillance captured a suspect reportedly leaving a backpack at the scene before fleeing on foot toward Beausoleil, a French town bordering Monaco. French police are supporting the investigation and searching for the suspect. Mirmand stated that the attacker's motive is currently under investigation.

Prince Albert II of Monaco condemned the blast as an "odious act" and assured that the country's security services are fully mobilized, working in close cooperation with French authorities. The principality, known for its affluence and security, was stunned by the unusual attack.

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an odious act