Death of Former Russian Transport Minister
July 7, 2025
Hours after being removed from his position, Transport Minister Roman Starovoit was found dead in his car with a gunshot wound, believed to be a suicide. His dismissal came without explanation during a critical time for Russia's transport sector. His successor, Andrei Nikitin, plans to prioritize digitalization in the industry, while rumors of Starovoit's involvement in corruption scandals have emerged. This situation raises concerns given the ongoing challenges faced by the country.