Overview
- The security service says a Nalchik resident planned to blow up a segment of the regional gas-distribution system under direction of a Ukrainian curator.
- According to the agency, the man opened fire during an attempted arrest and was fatally shot, with no injuries to police or civilians.
- Authorities say they recovered an improvised explosive device rated up to 5 kg TNT, a Ukrainian-made Fort automatic rifle and ammunition.
- Investigators report finding Telegram messages with instructions allegedly from Ukrainian special services, and they opened a case for preparation of a diversion under Articles 30(1) and 281(2) of Russia’s criminal code.
- Reports are based on FSB statements carried by state media, with no independent verification cited in the coverage.