Christophe Mirmand

An explosion at an apartment building in Monaco injured a Ukrainian tycoon with ties to Russia, a woman, and a child. The suspect fled on foot after the blast, and authorities are investigating but have not labeled it a terrorism case. The tycoon, Vadym Yermolaiev, was sanctioned by Ukraine in 2023 for Russian connections.

Three people were injured in a parcel bomb attack in central Monaco, prompting a major security operation and judicial investigation. French media reported Ukrainian-born Cypriot businessman Vadim Ermolaev as a potential victim, though authorities did not confirm identities. A suspect fled toward the French town of Beausoleil, and joint investigations are underway with French authorities.

An explosion in Monaco injured three people, including a Ukrainian tycoon, as the suspect fled to France. Authorities confirmed the attacker acted alone, and the incident is under investigation as attempted murder, not terrorism. Surveillance footage indicates the family was specifically targeted.

An explosion in Monaco injured three people, including Ukrainian tycoon Vadym Yermolaiev, with the suspect fleeing to France. Authorities suggest the family was specifically targeted, and Yermolaiev was previously sanctioned by Ukraine for ties to Russia.

An explosion in Monaco injured three people, including Ukrainian tycoon Vadym Iermolaiev, with the suspect fleeing to France. Authorities from Monaco and France are investigating the attack, which Prince Albert II called an 'odious act'.

A rare explosion in Monaco seriously injured three people at a residential building, with the suspect fleeing into France. The injured include a Ukrainian construction tycoon targeted by Ukrainian sanctions in 2023 for ties to Russia, according to Ukrainian media. French and Monaco authorities are searching for the attacker, whose motive is under investigation.

A 'parcel bomb' exploded in a Monaco residential area, critically injuring two people. Surveillance video showed a man leaving a backpack before the blast, prompting a joint manhunt by French and Monaco authorities. Local officials condemned the attack and expressed support for victims and emergency services.

Three people were seriously injured in a 'deliberate explosion' at a residential building in Monaco. A source identified Vadym Yermolaiev, a Ukrainian oligarch, as one of the wounded. Authorities initially described the blast as 'an attack' but later revised their statement.

Three people were wounded in an explosion at a residential building in Monaco, which authorities suspect was a deliberate attack. The blast occurred near the French border around 9 p.m., and Minister of State Christophe Mirmand stated it was 'very likely an attack' according to AFP.