A prominent figure in the pro-Russian militia group in eastern Ukraine, Armen Sarkisyan, has tragically passed away due to injuries sustained in a bombing incident in central Moscow. The incident occurred at an upscale residential complex in the capital city, leading to Sarkisyan's hospitalization and subsequent death on Monday.
Armen Sarkisyan, also known as 'Armen Gorlovsky', was the founder of the separatist Arbat Battalion, which played a significant role in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The battalion, comprised mainly of former Wagner personnel, engaged in key battles as part of the larger conflict in the region.
Described by Ukrainian Defense Intelligence as a 'well-known criminal mastermind', Sarkisyan had ties to former Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych and was wanted in Ukraine for his alleged involvement in violent responses to protests against Yanukovych's administration in 2014.
The circumstances surrounding the bombing incident that led to Sarkisyan's death are still under investigation by Russian authorities. The Kremlin spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, acknowledged the incident during a press briefing, emphasizing the ongoing efforts of the special services to gather information and clarify the situation.
Armen Sarkisyan's death marks a significant development in the complex geopolitical landscape of the region, with implications for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the broader dynamics of Russian involvement in the area.
