Summary of the Incident
A Polish man has been charged for allegedly participating in a Russian plot aimed at assassinating Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky. The man, identified as Paweł K, was reportedly involved in providing security details of an airport used by the Ukrainian president to Russian spies.
Details of the Alleged Plot
- The Polish man was tasked by Russian special services to assist in planning a potential attack on President Zelensky.
- He was willing to share information about the security details at Rzeszow-Jasionka airport in southeastern Poland with Russian spies.
- Zelensky frequently uses this airport for his foreign trips due to its proximity to the Ukrainian border.
Legal Consequences and Reactions
If convicted, the suspect could face up to eight years in prison. Ukrainian prosecutor general Andriy Kostin emphasized the ongoing threat posed by Russia to Ukraine and the international community.
The news of this incident coincided with the arrest of two suspected Russian agents in Germany for alleged sabotage activities.
Recent Developments
In April 2023, President Zelensky visited Poland and received a warm welcome from its citizens and President Andrzej Duda. Poland, located on Ukraine’s western border, has been actively supporting Ukrainian refugees following the Russian invasion.
