Ukrainian Woman Suspected of Monaco Bombing Found Shot Dead

A Ukrainian woman believed to have orchestrated a parcel‑bomb attack in Monaco last week was discovered dead near Kyiv on Tuesday, police and security officials said. The body, found with gunshot wounds to the head, was located in the outskirts of the capital, according to Ukraine’s Security Service.

The suspected bomb plot targeted a wealthy Ukrainian‑born businessman with ties to Russia. The attack injured a Ukrainian millionaire, prompting a swift police hunt for the suspect. The woman, whose name is Anastasiia Berezovska, was identified by investigators as the primary suspect in the Monaco incident.

Ukrainian authorities have confirmed the death and the circumstances surrounding it. The Security Service released a statement indicating that the body was found near Kyiv and that the wounds were consistent with a gunshot. The prosecutor general’s office later corroborated the finding and added that an employee had also been detained in connection with the case.

Sky News reported that the killing was allegedly carried out by a Ukrainian spy, a claim that has not been substantiated by other outlets. No official source has confirmed the involvement of a spy, and the claim remains unverified.

The incident follows a series of high‑profile attacks that have targeted Ukrainian business figures with links to Russia. The Monaco bombing, which left a prominent tycoon wounded, raised concerns about the security of Ukrainian expatriates abroad. The discovery of the suspect’s body in Ukraine suggests that the investigation has reached a critical stage.

Authorities have not yet announced whether the suspect was killed during a confrontation or if the death was unrelated to the bombing investigation. The Security Service and the prosecutor general’s office are expected to release further details as the inquiry proceeds. The detained employee may provide additional information about the planning and execution of the bomb plot.

The case underscores the heightened tensions between Ukrainian and Russian‑aligned interests, as well as the risks faced by Ukrainian business leaders. The investigation will likely involve cooperation between Ukrainian security agencies and international law‑enforcement bodies, given the cross‑border nature of the alleged attack.

As the investigation continues, officials will determine whether the suspect’s death was a consequence of the bombing plot or a separate incident. The outcome will shape the next steps in prosecuting those involved and in addressing the broader security concerns that have emerged from the Monaco attack.