Russia: Soldier killed in car explosion in Saint Petersburg

A Russian serviceman was killed in a car explosion in Saint Petersburg, prompting a murder investigation. The incident occurred in the Pushkinsky district, damaging nearby vehicles. The victim, a colonel in the Air and Air Defence Army, was reportedly targeted by a remotely detonated explosive device. While local media suggest a family member was also injured, authorities have not confirmed the serviceman's identity or the explosion's cause. This attack follows a series of incidents involving Russian military officials since the Ukraine conflict began, although no direct link has been established in this case.