Poland, Romania Detain Eight in Alleged Russia-Linked Parcel Plot to Ukraine

Overview

• Authorities in Warsaw say eight people have been detained in Poland and Romania on suspicion of working for Russian intelligence on sabotage operations.
• Three detainees are accused of preparing parcel shipments to Ukraine intended to combust or explode during transport, which Romanian services intercepted before any harm.
• Polish officials report a 21-year-old Ukrainian was detained near Warsaw, with alleged accomplices taken into custody in Bucharest.
• Poland’s special services coordinator says the suspects conducted reconnaissance of military and critical infrastructure and prepared resources for attacks.
• European services have attributed similar 2024 parcel detonations to Russia, which denies involvement, as Prime Minister Donald Tusk says the case remains active.