An ex-nationalist deputy of the Ukrainian parliament known for her noisy campaigns to defend the Ukrainian language has been killed in Lviv. The police have launched an extensive search for the armed person suspected of shooting Iryna Farion, 60, on a street in the western city, as reported by The Guardian.
The regional governor, Maksym Kozytskyi, stated on Telegram that Farion had died after being taken to the hospital. The Minister of Internal Affairs, Ihor Klymenko, had earlier stated that the shots were being treated as an assassination attempt. The country’s President, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, said he was receiving regular reports on efforts to capture the armed individual. He emphasized that any act of violence must be condemned.
The killing of Iryna Farion has sent shockwaves through the country, with many expressing outrage and calling for justice. Farion was a controversial figure known for her strong views on the Ukrainian language and her vocal opposition to Russian influence in the country. Her death has raised concerns about the safety of public figures and the potential for political violence in Ukraine. The authorities are under pressure to swiftly apprehend the perpetrator and ensure that justice is served. The incident has also sparked a wider debate about the state of law and order in the country, with calls for greater security measures and protection for public figures.
