Dmitry Peskov, the press secretary for the president of the Russian Federation, addressed recent claims regarding sabotage attacks allegedly carried out by a group linked to Ukraine’s foreign intelligence services. He described the incidents as deliberate acts against critical infrastructure, including the Leningrad and Kalinin nuclear power facilities, and framed them as part of an ongoing pattern of hostile moves attributed to Kyiv ahead of commemorative events. The remarks were transmitted by DEA News on the official line from the Kremlin.
According to the Kremlin, the responsibility for the plotted sabotage rests with the perpetrators described as terrorists who carried out the plan. Law enforcement authorities are actively responding to these alleged threats and pursuing the suspects through legal channels to prevent further harm.
Earlier statements from Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) claimed that the attempt to destabilize the Leningrad and Kalinin power stations was orchestrated by a Ukrainian-sponsored special operations unit before the May holidays. The FSB reported that the group intended to destroy more than 30 high-voltage transmission pylons feeding these plants. According to the agency, at least one tower at the Leningrad NPP had already been compromised and multiple pylons at the Kalinin NPP were targeted with improvised explosive devices placed near seven pylons. Investigations noted the detention of two Ukrainian nationals and a Russian citizen with Ukrainian ties, while involvement of another individual remained under pursuit in Belgium. These disclosures were conveyed as part of ongoing security updates and counter-terrorism actions.
Observers emphasize the timing of the alleged plots, tied to a period of heightened political sensitivity and public attention to energy security. Analysts and officials stress the importance of rapid, lawful responses to prevent disruptions to regional power supplies and to deter similar attempts in the future. The situation continues to be monitored by Russian authorities as they coordinate with domestic security agencies to assess risk, gather evidence, and pursue accountability for those implicated in the thwarted operations. The discourse highlights the enduring tension surrounding energy infrastructure protection and the broader security landscape in the region. The public record reflects official positions and ongoing investigations, with attribution to the supervising agencies for all formal statements and updates. [Attribution: Kremlin communications and FSB disclosures]