Manhunt launched after Monaco blast targets Ukrainian-born oligarch

Police in ​Monaco and France were searching for a suspected bomber on Tuesday after three people were wounded ‌by an explosion in the wealthy principality which two sources said was an attack on a Ukrainian-born oligarch.

The suspect is believed to have fled on foot to France, Monaco prosecutor Stephane Thibault said, after the attack on Monday evening involving a ​parcel bomb.

The principality, which is known for its casino and luxury yachts, its tight security and ​the luxury lifestyle of its super-rich residents, is surrounded by the Mediterranean on one ⁠side and France on the other, and there are no border checks between the two countries.

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