A Russian citizen has been detained in the Amur Region of Siberia for allegedly gathering intelligence and funneling funds to an organization linked to Ukrainian military intelligence, according to the Federal Security Service (FSB). The suspect, a man in his late 40s, faces charges of treason and aiding terrorism, which could result in a life sentence.
Investigators stated the individual conducted surveillance along parts of the Trans-Siberian Railway, passing information about military equipment transport to contacts abroad. Footage released by the FSB shows the suspect admitting to communication with members of the group, which Russia designated as terrorist in 2021. The agency did not name the organization.
The accused allegedly provided intelligence on Russian military movements to the Ukrainian military leadership’s intelligence apparatus. Russian authorities have previously tied similar groups to attacks within Russia, including arson at military recruitment offices and assaults on public officials.
