A deadly car bombing in southern Moscow has shaken Russia’s military establishment and raised fears of a dangerous new phase in the conflict.
Authorities confirmed that Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov, a senior figure within Russia’s General Staff, was killed after an explosive device detonated inside a vehicle.
The Investigative Committee of Russia announced it has opened a formal murder investigation, describing the incident as a targeted attack rather than an accident.
What immediately drew attention was the committee’s statement that one possible line of inquiry includes a link to Ukrainian special forces — a claim that, if supported by evidence, could dramatically escalate tensions.
Sarvarov was responsible for overseeing military training within the Russian armed forces, making him one of the highest-ranking officers to be killed inside Moscow since the start of the war.
The explosion occurred in a residential area, triggering a rapid security lockdown and a heavy police and intelligence presence at the scene.
So far, officials have not released details on how the bomb was planted or who may have carried out the attack. No suspects have been publicly named.
The killing marks a rare and symbolic strike deep inside Russia’s capital, underscoring growing concerns about internal security and covert operations.
As the investigation continues, this incident is likely to have far-reaching political and military consequences.