Russian General Killed in Car Bomb Attack Near Moscow
- General Yaroslav Moskalik died Friday, April 25, 2025, in a car bomb explosion just outside Moscow in Balashikha.
- An improvised explosive device in a parked car detonated as he walked past, echoing a similar attack on another general months earlier.
- Authorities confirmed the death of Moskalik, who served as deputy chief for the General Staff's Main Operational Directorate.
- The explosive device was rigged with shrapnel, a committee spokesperson reported.
- Investigators opened a murder case into the killing but have not identified suspects or ruled out sabotage.
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