Overview
- Russia's FSB has declassified original Soviet-era documents confirming Adolf Hitler's suicide in April 1945 through cyanide poisoning.
- Forensic reports reveal chemical tests and dental records that verified Hitler's remains, supported by testimonies from two dental witnesses.
- Statements from Hitler’s valet Heinz Linge and aide Otto Günsche provide new details on his final hours, including his motivations, attire, and the burning of his body.
- The files refute long-standing conspiracy theories, such as the use of a body double or Hitler escaping Berlin, based on physical evidence and eyewitness accounts.
- Soviet interrogation tactics, including psychological pressure on captured aides, are documented, highlighting efforts to secure cooperation and accurate accounts of Hitler's death.