Teen Terror Plot Foiled: FSB Arrests Two in Russia

Two Teenagers Detained in Russia for Alleged Terror Plot: FSB Reveals Details In a significant development, the Federal Security Service (FSB) of Russia announced the arrest of two teenagers in the Tver region on suspicion of plotting terrorist attacks. The teenagers, whose identities have not been publicly released, are alleged to have been recruited by Ukrainian intelligence. The FSB presented video evidence showing the teenagers preparing Molotov cocktails, which they allegedly planned to use to attack a defense facility. "The teenagers were preparing to carry out attacks on one of the defense facilities," stated an FSB spokesperson in a press briefing. "They were given instructions by their handlers in Ukraine and had already prepared explosive devices." The FSB emphasized that this case highlights a concerning trend: the increasing use of messaging apps by Ukrainian intelligence to recruit and direct terrorist activities within Russia, particularly targeting young people. Criminal charges of preparing a terrorist act have been filed against the two detained teenagers. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine and the potential for escalating conflict. The FSB’s swift action in apprehending the teenagers prevented a potential attack, highlighting the importance of intelligence gathering and counter-terrorism efforts.