Poland Detains 32 Suspected Russian-Linked Saboteurs Across Five Nations

Polish authorities have detained 32 individuals accused of collaborating with Russian intelligence to conduct sabotage, arson, and destabilization efforts within Poland. The suspects come from Poland, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, and Colombia, with one Colombian man convicted for setting fires at construction warehouses and a bus depot under Russian orders, part of a broader hybrid warfare campaign. Prime Minister Donald Tusk emphasized the threat posed by these covert operations, highlighting efforts to destabilize borders and paralyze security services, and called for intensified measures to prevent further sabotage. The detained individuals were reportedly recruited via platforms like Telegram, and their actions included preparing incendiary devices and filming attacks for disinformation purposes. This crackdown aligns with broader European efforts to counter Russian influence, including sanctions on Russian intelligence units by the UK and revelations of intelligence breaches in Switzerland. The Polish government continues to treat these sabotage acts as a significant security threat amid ongoing tensions related to Russia's war in Ukraine.