Attempted Assassination of Ukraine's President

SOURCE www.dailystar.co.uk
A Polish national known as Pawel K was arrested for attempting to facilitate the assassination of Ukraine's President and gathering intelligence about Poland's key airport. He was charged with acting for foreign intelligence against Poland and providing military intelligence to Russia.

Key Points

  • Pawel K was charged with acting for foreign intelligence against Poland
  • He was found to have established contacts with citizens of Russia involved in the war in Ukraine
  • Tasks included gathering military intelligence about the security of Poland's Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport
  • The suspect was accused of planning an attack on the life of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Pros

  • Coordinated efforts between Polish and Ukrainian services led to the arrest of the suspect
  • Key evidence was obtained from the Ukrainian side to support the investigation

Cons

  • Threat of potential attack on a foreign head of state