US EditionGermany arrests three Ukrainians over suspected Russian bomb plot and espionage
- Authorities in Germany and Switzerland have detained three Ukrainian individuals suspected of involvement in a plot to carry out sabotage using parcel bombs in May 2025.
- The arrests came after investigations into suspected foreign agents allegedly involved in sending parcels with explosive materials from Germany to Ukraine.
- Two individuals identified as Vladyslav T. And Daniil B. Were apprehended separately within Germany, while a third suspect, Yevhen B., was taken into custody in Switzerland; all three are alleged to have collaborated on plans to carry out attacks that would activate during the transit of shipments.
- German prosecutors reported that the men were ready to carry out incendiary and bomb attacks targeting freight shipments within Germany on behalf of Russian state operatives.
- The plot reflects ongoing tensions after Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine and underscores concerns about Russia’s use of hybrid warfare targeting critical infrastructure.
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The Federal Prosecutor's Office has arrested three Ukrainians who are accused of acting as agents for Russia. They are said to have declared themselves ready to commit attacks on the transport of goods in Germany. The men were arrested in Germany and Switzerland.
The Federal Prosecutor's Office has arrested three Ukrainians for alleged agent activity. The trail apparently leads to Moscow. Intelligence expert Schindler explains why.
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