Ukraine’s military intelligence faked the killing of Denis Kapustin and intercepted a $500,000 Russian bounty to support special operations, exposing Kremlin assassination plans.
Ukraine faked the death of Denis Kapustin, tricking Russia into paying a $500,000 bounty for an assassination that did not occur.
Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov stated that the operation identified Russian agents involved in a plot against Kapustin.
Funds recovered from the bounty will support operations against Russia, according to Budanov.
Kapustin is known for opposing Putin's government and has been pursued by Russian agencies.
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