Two foreign nationals were detained in Tbilisi by officers from the Counterterrorism Center of the State Security Service of Georgia. The detention occurred as part of ongoing counterterrorism efforts and is reported by the service through its social media channels. Authorities say that during searches of the apartments the suspects rented, investigators found a range of concerning items, including electronic equipment, counterfeit personal documents from a foreign state, and materials that could be used to commit violent acts.
In addition to the electronic gear and fake documents, the searches uncovered homemade explosive devices, military-grade ammunition, and a stun gun. Local officials emphasize that the presence of these items indicates a potential readiness to carry out violent acts, prompting authorities to take immediate action and place the suspects in custody while the investigation continues.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, with officials refraining from disclosing the suspects’ citizenship or other identifying details at this stage. The focus for investigators is on establishing the full scope of the alleged activities, the provenance of the materials found, and any possible links to broader extremist networks. Community safety and public order are central to the inquiry, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. [Citation: Georgian State Security Service press release; internal investigative briefings]
Separately, reports from Chelyabinsk indicate that a man was detained on charges related to transferring funds to terrorist organizations. Law enforcement agencies state that this individual, a resident of the Ural region, conducted transfers during 2022 and 2023 that allegedly supported extremist groups. The case underscores ongoing efforts to disrupt financial networks that fuel terrorism and to track cross-border financial flows that evade oversight. [Citation: Regional law enforcement statements; financial intelligence reports]
Earlier, another person from Chita was reported to be prohibited from leaving the city after a claim of a terrorist attack was found to be misleading. The individual reportedly departed the city following the false report, with investigators pursuing questions about the circumstances and potential consequences. This episode highlights the sensitive nature of security incidents and the importance of timely, accurate information to prevent panic and support threat assessment. [Citation: Local security agency summaries]