US EditionThat ‘tourist’ in the forest might be a Russian spy, Latvia warns
- On Wednesday, Latvia's Defence Intelligence and Security Service warned about possible Russian saboteurs and spies on Latvian soil.
- This warning comes amid escalating local conflicts and a series of arson attacks and sabotage incidents that Western authorities have blamed on Russia, though Moscow continues to reject these accusations.
- MIDD detailed signs of such operatives, including slovenly appearance, mismatched clothing, suspicious questioning, and carrying items like specialized medical kits, maps, or radios.
- The agency warned against confronting suspected sabotage operatives within Latvia personally and advised that any suspicions should be reported to local law enforcement, intelligence services, or military authorities.
- This alert emphasizes the need for awareness amid an increasingly turbulent world where such groups may study society or incite unrest against governments.
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Helsinki Times
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