Interpol Names Ukrainian Woman in Monaco Bomb Attack
Interpol has named a Ukrainian woman as the main suspect in a bomb attack in Monaco. The attack happened on Monday evening.
The suspect is Anastasiia Berezovska aged 39. She is wanted for attempted murder.
The bomb was a parcel bomb that was set off remotely. Three people were hurt.
One victim was reported to be in a life-threatening condition. The attack reportedly targeted a Ukrainian-born businessman with links to Russia.
He had been sanctioned by Kyiv in 2023. Berezovska is said to have tried to appear as a man during the attack.
She is no longer in Monaco. Sources say she was last spotted in Germany. Interpol has issued a Red Notice and arrest warrant against her.
Klear Note — Interpol is the international police organization that helps countries find suspects. A Red Notice is a global alert asking all countries to find and arrest someone.
Key Terms 4
- Interpol International police organisation that helps countries share crime information
- Red Notice Interpol alert asking countries worldwide to find and arrest someone
- sanctioned Officially banned or punished by a government for wrongdoing
- parcel bomb A hidden explosive device disguised as a package or delivery