Western Agencies Uncover Russian Assassination Plots in Europe
Western intelligence agencies have discovered Russian plans for assassinations, arson, and sabotage in Europe targeting those supporting Ukraine's military. One major plot involved an attempt to kill Armin Papperger, CEO of German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall. Authorities are taking increased precautions against what they see as a pattern of Russian subversion.
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Western intelligence agencies have uncovered Russian plots to carry out assassinations, arson, and other sabotage activities in Europe, targeting companies and individuals linked to support for Ukraine's military efforts, according to a Western government official.
Among the most serious plans was an attempt to kill Armin Papperger, the CEO of German defense firm Rheinmetall, which supplies military technology to Ukraine. The plot involved recruiting common criminals overseas to execute the attack, the official disclosed under the condition of anonymity.
The US had reportedly informed Germany, allowing German security services to protect Papperger and thwart the assassination attempt. Meanwhile, NATO officials have criticized Russia for its escalating campaign of subversion against Ukraine's allies, involving espionage, cyberattacks, and other forms of hybrid warfare.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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