Assassination Attempt on Vladimir Alexeyev
First Deputy Head of Russia's Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU), Lieutenant General Vladimir Alexeyev, was the target of an assassination attempt in Moscow. The attack occurred in the morning, around 7 a.m., in the entrance of his apartment building on Volokolamskoye Highway. Alexeyev sustained gunshot wounds to his arm, leg, and chest, with one bullet striking vital organs. His condition is assessed as serious, and he is currently in intensive care. He was hospitalized at a city medical facility, as confirmed by Svetlana Petrenko, a spokeswoman for the Russian Investigative Committee.
Attack Details
Preliminary reports indicate the assailant posed as a food delivery courier. In the building's entrance, he opened fire on Vladimir Alexeyev and fled the scene after the attack. The Russian Investigative Committee has opened a criminal case on charges of attempted murder and illegal trafficking of weapons.
Vladimir Alexeyev is known for his involvement in significant operations. He notably negotiated with Yevgeny Prigozhin during the 2023 Wagner Group mutiny and oversaw the creation of the PMC Redut. Alexeyev is also under sanctions from the EU and the United Kingdom for his alleged role in the poisoning of the Skripals in Salisbury. This incident highlights the internal risks faced by senior figures within Russia's security apparatus.
The attempt on Vladimir Alexeyev's life may signal rising tensions within Russian security structures and reflect potential internal conflicts. Anonymous Source
Given his role in key military operations and ties to private military companies, this attack could have far-reaching consequences not only for his career but also for the broader security landscape within the country. The state's reaction to this incident and the course of the investigation may influence future developments within Russia and its military structures.