Officials from the Federal Security Service reported the discovery of classified documents tied to Ukrainian security services and a cache of mined weapons in Mariupol. The information was released through the press service of the Donetsk People’s Republic’s department, as cited by TASS. The find included material that appears to connect to Ukrainian interests, and authorities say the seized items have been handed over to the Security Service of Ukraine for formal investigation while experts continue verification work.
In addition to the document haul, the operation yielded a grenade launcher, a machine gun, and an assault rifle. The authorities stated that the weaponry is now part of the investigative material. Forensic and material verification processes are ongoing to confirm origins, authenticity, and potential links to ongoing operations by Ukrainian security structures [Citation: TASS, DPR press service].
Earlier, the Russian Federal Security Service announced the detention of an individual described as an agent of Ukrainian special services. Officials asserted that the suspect acted on orders from Ukrainian sources and disclosed that the individual set fire to a facility belonging to Tula City Electric Networks JSC, purportedly under guidance from Ukrainian security actors [Citation: FSB statement].
Previously, reports indicated that the person involved had been convicted in Belarus for hooliganism involving the use of a weapon. The FSB added that the accused had liaised with a Ukrainian security services officer named Yuri through a Ukrainian citizen, Otari Danko, who has a criminal record in Moscow dating to early 2024, including theft convictions. The implication drawn by authorities is that the episode reflects a broader pattern of cross-border activity tied to Ukrainian intelligence operations [Citation: FSB disclosure].
There have also been prior disclosures from FSB channels about Belarusian individuals who are suspected of spying for Russia, reinforcing the perception of a network of cross-border activity relevant to security concerns in the region. The ongoing investigations and the exchange of information among security bodies underscore the emphasis on tracing connections between illicit actions and foreign intelligence services [Citation: FSB communications].
In summary, multiple lines of inquiry are being pursued to determine the scope of the alleged Ukrainian influence, the provenance of the seized documents and weapons, and the precise roles of the individuals involved. Authorities emphasize that all material will be subjected to rigorous verification by investigative bodies, with conclusions published through official channels as soon as they are substantiated [Citation: DPR press service; FSB updates].