Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the arrest of an individual accused of being a hitman contracted by Ukrainian intelligence. The FSB alleges the suspect was recruited while evading criminal charges within the European Union. The alleged mission was the assassination of a Russian soldier. Authorities describe the individual as a fugitive and saboteur. Details regarding the suspect’s identity and the specifics of the planned attack have not been fully disclosed. The FSB claims this operation demonstrates Ukraine’s continued involvement in hostile acts against Russia. This announcement follows a pattern of similar accusations made by Russian security services regarding Ukrainian activity.