Media reports: Russian FSB officer found deceased in Moscow Defense Ministry building  

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**Russian FSB Officer Found Dead in Moscow Building**

A Russian security officer was found dead with a deep wound on his forehead in a building that houses the Defense and FSB office in Moscow.

The body of Feshchenko, a former weightlifting champion, was discovered on Olkhovskaya Street. Initial reports suggest he may have been murdered.

**Details of Death**

A -Kremlin Telegram channel called Baza reported that Feshchenko’ death was violent and described the wound to his forehead. Another Russian security-linked channel, Vchk-Ogpu, said Feshchenko was an FSB officer.

**Suspect Detained**

According to Vchk-Ogpu, a conflict with a friend of Feshchenko’s led to his murder. The suspect has reportedly admitted guilt and is in detention. However, the claims have not been verified by other sources.

**FSB Reputation**

The FSB has gained a reputation suppressing dissent and targeting activists, , and pro-democracy groups. has tasked the agency with locating fighting for Ukraine’s military or pro- militias.

**Russian Tensions Rise**

Feshchenko’s death highlights growing tensions within Russia’s security institutions amid the in Ukraine.

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