An explosion occurred in Monaco on June 29, 2026, injuring at least three people, all reported to be members of the same Ukrainian family. The explosion is suspected to have been caused by a backpack left behind by an unidentified man, who is currently on the run. The incident took place on Reverend-Père-Louis-Folla Street around 9 PM local time. Monaco's Public Security confirmed that CCTV footage captured a man placing the backpack before fleeing the scene. French prosecutors have labeled the backpack as a 'booby-trapped package.' Two of the injured individuals are reported to be in serious condition. The victims were taken to local hospitals, with one being a minor. Monaco's Minister of State, Christophe Mirmand, indicated that this incident is likely a terrorist attack and noted that it is unprecedented in Monaco's history. Local authorities have set up a security perimeter and are actively searching for the suspect, who was last seen heading towards Beausoleil, France. The Mayor of Nice and other officials have expressed solidarity with the victims and support for the emergency services responding to the situation.
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Explosion in Monaco Injures Three in Suspected Terrorist Attack
On June 29, 2026, an explosion in Monaco injured three individuals, all from the same Ukrainian family, in what authorities suspect to be a terrorist attack. The explosion was linked to a backpack left by a fleeing suspect, who is currently being sought by police. Local officials have condemned the incident and are providing support to the victims.
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TARGETED ATTACK? ALL 3 VICTIMS FROM SAME UKRAINIAN FAMILY...
Explosion in Monaco Injures Three in Suspected Terrorist Attack