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News in English (USA) / 07.07.2025 / 20:00

Former Russian Transport Minister Found Dead Hours After Dismissal by Putin

In a shocking turn of events, Roman Starovoit, the former transportation minister of Russia, has been found dead with a gunshot wound just hours after being dismissed by President Vladimir Putin. Authorities are investigating this incident as a suspected suicide, following reports that Starovoit took his own life after facing severe criticism for the recent disruptions in air travel caused by the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. This tragic event has raised concerns about the political turmoil within the Russian government, particularly as Ukraine continues to report significant casualties and injuries from ongoing attacks.
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