Monaco, July 4, 2026 — Authorities have uncovered disturbing new details about a sophisticated bomb plot targeting Ukrainian oligarch Vadim Ermolaev, which left five people injured in a quiet Monaco street earlier this week.

Anastasiia Berezovska, a 39-year-old woman described as a pro-Putin collaborator with alleged ties to organized crime, is the prime suspect. She remains on the run after allegedly planting a remotely detonated explosive device near Ermolaev’s luxury apartment.

Key Details of the Plot:

• The Attack: On Monday at precisely 8:58 PM, the bomb — hidden inside a shopping bag — detonated at the foot of the building where the 58-year-old oligarch was staying. The explosion was triggered remotely once Ermolaev and his companions were in range.
• Preparation: CCTV footage shows Berezovska (or someone matching her description) conducting multiple reconnaissance trips. She was spotted on June 26 at 10:30 PM and again on June 27 at 7:00 AM, carrying the same shopping bag later used in the attack.
• Disguise: Witnesses described seeing a man wearing a bucket hat near the scene. Investigators now believe Berezovska disguised herself as a man for the operation.
• Timing: Moments before the explosion, footage captured a person believed to be the suspect sitting on a bench, turning back to confirm the targets’ proximity to the device.

Vadim Ermolaev remains in critical condition. His alleged mistress, Anna, is also fighting for her life after both her legs were amputated in the blast.

Suspect Profile:

• 39 years old, shoulder-length brown hair, prominent tattoo on her right arm.
• Speaks German and lives near Frankfurt, Germany.
• Interpol has issued a Red Notice and an international arrest warrant.
• Described as “armed and dangerous,” possibly traveling with accomplices.
• Authorities searched her home near Frankfurt on Friday. She is believed to have fled through France and Italy in a rental car with German plates.

Monaco’s deputy prosecutor, Morgan Raymon, noted the “relative sophistication” of the device, suggesting Berezovska may not have acted alone.

Possible Motive:

French investigators suspect the bombing was a revenge attack linked to organized crime. It may be connected to alleged unpaid debts related to the fraudulent call center empire run by Ermolaev’s eldest son, Artur. Artur was convicted in Estonia for scamming EU citizens out of approximately €100 million (£86 million) through fake investment and divorce schemes.

The investigation is ongoing, with concerns that the suspect may have already reached the Balkans.