Moscow Murder Mystery: ‘Seoul’ T-Shirt Fuels Speculation
The recent assassination of Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, commander of the Russian Army’s Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Defense Command, and his aide has taken an unexpected turn. The alleged perpetrator, 29-year-old Uzbek national Akhmazon Kurbonov, appeared in Moscow’s Basmany District Court on December 19th wearing a t-shirt bearing the word “SEOUL.” The unusual choice of attire has sparked intense speculation.
According to reports from TASS and AFP, Kurbonov’s pre-trial detention was extended until February 17th. He is accused of using a scooter bomb on Ryazansky Prospect in Moscow on December 17th to carry out the killings. Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) swiftly apprehended Kurbonov on december 18th, alleging he acted on orders from Ukrainian special forces. The FSB claims Kurbonov was promised a considerable sum – “$100,000 (approximately 140 million won)” – and relocation to an EU country.
The significance of the “SEOUL” t-shirt remains unclear.Authorities have yet to comment on its meaning, leaving room for various interpretations. Was it a deliberate message, a random choice, or something else entirely?
In the wake of the assassination, Uzbek President shavkat Mirziyoyev expressed his condolences to Russian President Vladimir Putin during a phone call on December 19th. The Kremlin confirmed the call was initiated by Uzbekistan. Both presidents pledged to strengthen security cooperation between their nations to combat terrorism and further develop mutually beneficial relationships.
The incident has raised concerns in Russia about potential social unrest stemming from the large migrant population from Central Asia. Online, some Russian citizens have voiced anti-immigrant sentiments, fueling fears of escalating tensions.
This high-profile assassination and the subsequent mystery surrounding the suspect’s clothing choice have captivated global attention, raising questions about the geopolitical implications and the potential for further escalation.
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