Russia arrested a Swedish man suspected of planning drone attacks for Ukraine. The man, identified as Freddy Lindholm, is accused of using FPV drones to commit terrorist acts and sabotage. The FSB claims he entered Russia under the pretense of joining the Russian army.
The 35-year-old man, who signed a contract with the Ukrainian Defence Ministry, is alleged to have served as a drone commander in Ukraine's Aidar Battalion. The FSB says he traveled to Russia near Latvia and Belarus, planning to carry out attacks at military facilities. The man gave a video confession to the FSB.
Estonia's foreign minister warns of increased hybrid attacks by Russia against Western support for Ukraine. The Baltic nation fears Moscow may target critical infrastructure and defense companies to divide Western societies. The FSB says the man may face additional terrorism-related charges.
The Swedish government has not commented on the case, while Ukraine has not issued a statement. The FSB says the man was detained in the Pskov region and may face charges related to illegal border crossing and terrorism.