Britain arrests trio of suspected Russian saboteurs
Summary
British police arrested three people suspected of spying and sabotage for Russia. This comes amid accusations that Russia is conducting more secretive intelligence activities across Europe, particularly since its 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Similar operations have been reported in other European countries, including Lithuania and Latvia.Key Facts
- British police detained two men and one woman in Essex on suspicion of working with a foreign intelligence service.
- These arrests are part of an investigation into collaboration with Russian intelligence.
- This incident follows the UK accusing Russia of conducting sabotage and spy activities on its territory and beyond.
- Lithuania and Latvia also reported uncovering Russian-linked intelligence operations around the same time.
- Lithuanian authorities found plans for arson and explosive attacks in EU countries, using disguised incendiary devices.
- Latvia arrested a man suspected of providing military intelligence to Russia about NATO operations.
- Three Bulgarian individuals were recently convicted for spying for Russia in the UK.
- Incidents of arson related to Ukraine-linked businesses in London were linked to Russia's Wagner group.
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