In brief
Eyewitness footage captures the moment of the blast that took the life of General Igor Kirillov, allegedly at the hands of Ukraine's security service.
The streets of Moscow became a scene of chaos as Ukrainian forces reportedly orchestrated the assassination of Russian General Igor Kirillov. A verified video clip shared with outlets including The New York Times shows the moment Kirillov, a key figure in overseeing Russia's nuclear and chemical weapons protections, stepped onto a snowy street right before the explosion struck. Captured from the inside of a rented car, the footage highlights the seriousness of the operation, which occurred early in the morning. The Ukrainian security agency, known as S.B.U., claims responsibility for the targeted strike that not only took Kirillov’s life, but also that of an aide. Analysts believe this high-profile assassination marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, absorbing global attention as tensions rise further.
