Ukraine Foils Russian-Backed Sabotage and Espionage Efforts

Ukrainian security forces have intercepted multiple Russian intelligence operations targeting critical infrastructure and military assets.

Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) detained a suspect accused of attempting to sabotage railway tracks in Rivne Oblast under orders from Russia's FSB.
The suspect, a 23-year-old Ukrainian, allegedly planned to disrupt military aid deliveries by planting explosives on tracks used for transporting equipment to the front lines.
In separate incidents, Ukrainian authorities apprehended spies collecting intelligence on military positions in Donetsk and naval operations near Odesa, intended for Russian military use.
The detained individuals reportedly used methods such as exploiting family connections, covert photography, and encrypted messaging to pass information to Russian handlers.
Those arrested face charges including high treason and sabotage under martial law, with potential penalties of life imprisonment and property confiscation.