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Russia claims Ukraine-linked bomb plot foiled, German woman arrested

Russia claims Ukraine-linked bomb plot foiled, German woman arrested

Summary

Russian security services said they stopped a bomb attack planned by Ukrainian-linked agents and arrested a German woman with an explosive in her backpack in southern Russia. They also detained a man from Central Asia who allegedly recruited her, and said the bomb was disabled using electronic jamming.

Key Facts

  • Russian security agency FSB arrested a German woman carrying a makeshift bomb in Pyatigorsk, southern Russia.
  • The bomb had the power of about 1.5 kg (3 pounds) of TNT and was intended to be triggered remotely.
  • A Central Asian man who recruited the woman was also arrested near the target site.
  • Russian authorities said the bomb plot was linked to Ukraine’s government.
  • The bomb attack was prevented using electronic jamming technology.
  • Russia alleges it has arrested many people accused of working for Ukraine during the ongoing war.
  • Previous Russian claims included accusing Ukraine and other groups of sabotage without providing proof.
  • Ukraine denies involvement in attacks inside Russia.
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