Head of drone manufacturer critically injured in car bomb in Russia

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The head of Russian drone maker Uraldronzavod, Vladimir Tkachuk, was critically injured in a car bomb explosion near Ekaterinburg, killing his bodyguard. The attack is seen as a continuation of assassination attempts linked to the conflict in Ukraine.

Assassination attempt demonstrates Ukraine’s ability to continue clandestine operations deep inside Russian territory Europe live – latest updates The head of a leading Russian drone manufacturer has been critically injured in a car bomb near Ekaterinburg in what appears to be the latest in a series of assassination attempts targeting figures linked to the country’s war in Ukraine. Vladimir Tkachuk, founder of the private drone manufacturer Uraldronzavod, was rushed to intensive care on Wednesday after a bomb planted beneath his Mercedes exploded, according to Russian state media, citing emergency services. His bodyguard was killed in the explosion. Continue reading...