Armed assailants attack and injure ex-president of the Ukrainian parliament in Lviv
Former Ukrainian Parliament Speaker Andriy Parubiy Shot Dead in Lviv
In a shocking turn of events, former Ukrainian Parliament Speaker Andriy Parubiy was shot dead in Lviv, Ukraine on a sunny noon in the Frankiwskyj district. The Ukrainian Prosecutor General's Office has opened a murder investigation, and President Volodymyr Zelensky has pledged to use all resources to investigate the crime.
Parubiy, a key figure in Ukraine's pro-European movements, served as Parliament Speaker from 2016 to 2019 and previously chaired the Ukrainian Security Council. He was a long-standing advocate for Ukraine's independence, a commitment that began during the Soviet era.
Parubiy was hailed as a "patriot who made a significant contribution to the founding of our state" by Ukrainian Prime Minister Julia Svyrydenko. His advocacy was particularly prominent in the 2004 Orange Revolution and the 2014 Euromaidan Revolution, both pro-European movements that were significant events in Ukraine's history.
The shooting incident remains shrouded in mystery. Ukrainian media reported that the suspect fired several shots and fled on an electric bicycle, although this report has not been officially confirmed. The suspect's identity and whereabouts remain unclear, with no confirmed information about a hiding place or community harboring the suspect. Some reports suggest that the suspect may have been disguised as a courier.
President Zelensky has called the incident a "horrific murder", expressing his condolences and promising a thorough investigation. The Ukrainian people mourn the loss of a dedicated public servant who played a crucial role in shaping their nation's future.
As the investigation continues, the Ukrainian people await answers about the motive behind the shooting and the identity of the suspect. In the meantime, they remember Andriy Parubiy as a patriot, a leader, and a champion of Ukraine's independence.
The search for justice and accountability continues.
