Former Yanukovych Aide Andrey Portnov Assassinated in Madrid

Andrey Portnov, former deputy head of the Yanukovych administration, was assassinated in Madrid on May 21, 2025. The shooting occurred near a private school in a prestigious area of the city. According to Spanish media reports, Portnov was shot multiple times, with at least four shots to the chest and one to the head. The attacker, or attackers, fled the scene. Police and emergency services responded quickly. A witness stated, "I heard several loud bangs and then saw people running." Portnov's death has sparked international attention, given his controversial past involvement in the Ukrainian government during the Euromaidan protests. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the motive and identify the perpetrators. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions and political complexities surrounding Ukraine's history.