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Russian FSB arrests Sakhalin man who allegedly planned to join Ukrainian military

Source: RIA Novosti

Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the arrest of a Sakhalin resident who allegedly planned to join the Ukrainian military and fight against Russia.

According to the agency’s statement, the suspect intended to travel to Ukraine through a third country. A video of the arrest shared by the FSB on Telegram shows a boarding pass for a plane.

The man has reportedly been charged with preparing to commit treason.

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