Assassination attempt on Ukrainian oligarch in Monaco: Suspect is a woman wanted with a red notice

New and striking developments have emerged regarding the assassination attempt against a Ukrainian oligarch in Monaco, concerning the details of the incident and the identity of the suspects. According to an official statement by the Deputy Prosecutor of Monaco, it has been determined that the person sought as the perpetrator of the attack is actually a 39-year-old Ukrainian woman who disguised herself as a man to carry out the operation. The female suspect in question has been added to the list of persons wanted by Interpol via a Red Notice, which is the highest level search warrant for her arrest in the international arena. This aspect of the event reveals how unusual not only the target but also the identity of the perpetrator and the methods used are. This development has increased the pressure on the Monaco police and prosecution, causing the investigation to take on an international dimension.

The identity and background of the Ukrainian businessman who survived the attack are of great importance in understanding the background of the event. It is known that the oligarch in question has been on the sanctions list by the Ukrainian authorities since 2023 and is therefore subject to certain restrictions both within Ukraine and on the international stage. The fact that the person is in Monaco and has become a target here is among the details that raise suspicion, as the sanctions imposed by the Kyiv administration may include the freezing of the person's assets or bans on certain commercial activities. The political and economic tensions brought by the sanctions may offer clues about the motive underlying such assassination attempts. Questions regarding why the businessman was targeted and whether this attack contained a personal message or a broader political message await answers.

The tactic of 'disguising as a man' used by the female suspect demonstrates how careful and professional a process was managed in the planning and execution phase of the assassination attempt. It is a rare occurrence in the intelligence world and criminal investigations for a woman to disguise herself as a man by altering her physical appearance to use someone else's identity or to avoid drawing suspicion. Although this situation allowed the suspect to proceed unnoticed by security forces during her approach to the scene, detailed examinations and camera recordings after the event brought the truth to light. Monaco authorities are meticulously examining how the suspect followed a plan of action using this disguise and how she carried her weapon or weapons. These details prove that the assassination was not just a simple attack but an operation involving a long preparation process.

The involvement of the international police organization Interpol and the issuance of a 'Red Notice' indicate that the investigation has grown too large to remain within the borders of a single country. A Red Notice is a warning that allows police forces worldwide to temporarily detain the suspect in question for extradition or arrest, suggesting that the person has a high likelihood of fleeing or planning to cross international borders. Following the incident in Monaco, information sharing has been initiated with security units across Europe and on other continents to track the suspect. It is a matter of curiosity whether Ukraine will play an active role in the process regarding its citizen, the suspect and the victim. Discussions through diplomatic channels may further deepen the political dimension of the incident.

This event reminds us that a small state like Monaco, which is generally known for its safe and luxurious lifestyle but where financial flows are intense, can turn into an arena for international crime networks and political scores. In regions where oligarchs, politicians, or businessmen under sanctions are located, it has been seen once again that security risks are always high and how critical personal protection measures are. As the investigation progresses, answers to questions such as who the female suspect is, who financed or supported her, and at exactly what stage the attack was foiled will become clear. At this stage, the Monaco prosecution emphasizes that international cooperation will continue to shed light on the event and that the suspect's apprehension is a priority.