Russia drone company chief injured in car bombing
The chief of a Russian drone company is critically wounded in a car bombing, raising questions about the motives behind the attack.
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What happened
The head of Russian drone manufacturer Upyr was critically injured in a car bombing. The explosion also killed his driver. The attack took place in Russia. The Kyiv Post, Reuters, CBS News, The Guardian and Financial Times all carry the story.
The attack targeted the chief executive of Upyr, a company known for its drone technology. The car was destroyed in the blast. The CEO's injuries are critical. The motives behind the attack are not yet clear.
Coverage does not yet specify whether the attack was politically motivated, or if it was related to the company's business activities. The investigation is ongoing.
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The reporting (7)
- Putin’s ‘Vampire’ Drone Boss Badly Injured in Car Explosion The Daily Beast · 9h ago
- Russian drone factory director badly injured in car explosion NBC News · 9h ago
- Russian Upyr Drone Maker Critically Wounded in Car Bomb Attack Kyiv Post · 9h ago
- Blast destroys car of Russian drone maker, wounding him and killing his driver Reuters · 9h ago
- Russian drone factory director seriously injured in car explosion CBS News · 9h ago
- Head of drone manufacturer critically injured in car bomb in Russia The Guardian · 9h ago
- Russia drone company chief injured in car bombing Financial Times · 9h ago
Questions people are asking
Who was injured in the car bombing?
The chief executive of Russian drone manufacturer Upyr was critically injured.
Where did the attack take place?
The attack occurred in Russia.
What is the status of the investigation?
The investigation is ongoing. Motives behind the attack are not yet clear.
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