Assassination of General Igor Kirillov

On December 17, 2024, an event occurred in Moscow where General Lieutenant Igor Kirillov, head of the Radiation, Chemical, and Biological Defense Troops (RCBD) of the Russian Armed Forces, and his aide were killed. The explosion was carried out using a device planted in an electric scooter on Ryazansky Prospekt.

Details of the Incident

The explosion took place in the morning when Kirillov and his aide approached their service car. The Russian Investigative Committee (RIC) opened a criminal case under the articles for murder, terrorism, and illegal arms trafficking (Articles 105, 205, and 222 of the Russian Criminal Code).

Reaction and Theories

Russian authorities, including Deputy Chairman of the Security Council Dmitry Medvedev, accused Ukraine of orchestrating the event. The State Duma discussed possible Kiev involvement. Ukraine denies any connection to the incident.

Profile of Igor Kirillov

Igor Kirillov, born in Kostroma, has been the head of the RCBD troops since 2017. He is known for his statements about biological programs allegedly aimed against Russia and for accusing the West of military provocations. These claims have sparked debates and international criticism.