🔗 Share this article A top Russian Military Official Killed in Moscow Explosion, Officials State. Investigative Source An esteemed Russian army officer has been declared dead following an detonation in Moscow, according to reports from authorities. The attack occurred on Monday morning when an bomb placed beneath a vehicle was set off, leading to the death of Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov. Sarvarov served as the head of the armed forces' unit responsible for operational readiness. Investigators stated that one possible explanation points to the alleged involvement of Ukrainian intelligence services. At this time, Ukraine has not issued a comment. Scene of the Attack Personnel have been are examining the site, which is said to be in a south district of the city. Media coverage state the blast took place in a car park close to a residential building. Series of Assaults Since the onset of the extensive conflict in Ukraine, a number of Russian military officials have been subjected to assaults within Moscow. This most recent event echoes other high-profile incidents, for instance: General Yaroslav Moskalik was lost his life in a automobile blast in Moscow earlier this year. General Igor Kirillov perished in late 2024 when a bomb placed on a scooter was set off from a distance. While a Ukrainian source previously linked Kirillov's death to Ukraine's security service, such claims are not officially confirmed as a matter of official stance. The war has witnessed covert operations reaching into the center of the Russian capital. The examination into General Sarvarov's death remains underway.