Assassination Sparks Diplomatic Tensions at UN

Russia plans to present the assassination of General Igor Kirillov in Moscow to the UN Security Council. The Foreign Ministry promises to find and punish those responsible. Lieutenant General Kirillov led Russia's Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Protection Troops before his death.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Moscow | Updated: 18-12-2024 13:08 IST | Created: 18-12-2024 12:58 IST
Assassination Sparks Diplomatic Tensions at UN
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Russia has announced intentions to bring the assassination of top General Igor Kirillov before the United Nations Security Council on December 20. The general, known for his leadership of Russia's Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Protection Troops, was tragically killed in Moscow on Tuesday.

During a briefing, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova assured that everyone involved in this high-profile murder will be relentlessly pursued and brought to justice. The diplomatic implications are expected to create tensions on the international stage.

The upcoming UN meeting could witness a heightened exchange of accusations, with Russia emphasizing the gravity of the situation and seeking international support to address this loss effectively.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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