A Russian artist critical of Vladimir Putin, Semyon Skrepetskij, was shot and killed in Poland on Monday in a parking lot. Polish authorities have arrested two Belarusian citizens in connection with the shooting. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that all evidence suggests a politically motivated murder. Skrepetskij was known for his opposition to the Putin regime and had recently relocated to Poland. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities focusing on the potential political implications of the assassination. This incident raises concerns about the safety of Kremlin critics living abroad and potential cross-border operations. Further details regarding the motive and the suspects’ connections are currently under investigation.
