27.08.2026 14:22
In the explosion that occurred in St. Petersburg, Russia, 1 soldier was killed and 1 person was injured.
One person was killed and one injured in an explosion in a vehicle in St. Petersburg, Russia.
According to the Fontanka newspaper, a Russian soldier in the vehicle where the explosion occurred lost his life, and his wife was injured. Russia's Investigative Committee stated that one person died and one was injured as a result of a vehicle catching fire, and that an investigation has been launched into the incident.
The Investigative Committee did not provide information on whether the deceased was military personnel.
CAUSE OF THE EXPLOSION UNDER INVESTIGATION
Following the incident, security forces began an examination of the area, and how the explosion occurred is being investigated. Officials have not yet made an official statement regarding the cause of the incident.
RUSSIA HAD PREVIOUSLY BLAMED UKRAINE
On the other hand, Russia had previously held Ukraine responsible for a series of assassinations targeting senior military officials and individuals linked to Moscow's war efforts.
Ukrainian sources claimed responsibility for some incidents, while denying accusations regarding certain attacks.
RUSSIAN OFFICER KILLED IN CRIMEA
Most recently, on August 13, a Russian military officer was killed in a bomb attack in Crimea, which Russia annexed.
Following the attack, a woman was detained and arrested on suspicion of carrying out the assassination on behalf of Ukrainian special services.