Former Ukrainian politician assassinated in Lviv
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A search is underway for the killer of the former speaker of the Ukrainian parliament Andriy Parubiy, who was shot dead in the western city of Lviv. According to the Prosecutor General's office, a gunman fired several shots at Parubiy, killing him on the spot.
Breakdown
- Former Ukrainian parliamentary speaker Andriy Peruby was shot dead in Lviv. 5s
- The gunman fired several shots and fled the scene; a search is underway. 11s
- Peruby was a key political figure, serving as parliamentary speaker and security council secretary. 24s
- Officials have not linked the murder to the ongoing war with Russia. 47s
- Authorities have not released information on the killer's identity or motives. 1m 5s