The FSB has released a video showing the detention of a Russian citizen suspected of collaborating with Ukrainian intelligence services. According to investigators, he provided the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) with coordinates of air defense systems in the Moscow region and Krasnodar Krai. He was detained on a street in Moscow. During interrogation, the 26-year-old man admitted his guilt.

The detainee stated that he traveled to Ukraine in 2019 “as an opposition figure” and met with Ukrainian military personnel there. “Upon returning to Moscow, I began collecting information and passed it to Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers,” said the detainee.

A criminal case for high treason (Article 275 of the Russian Criminal Code) has been initiated against the man. The article provides for punishment up to life imprisonment. The suspect has been arrested.

Moscow region

The Moscow region is a federal subject of Russia surrounding the country’s capital city, Moscow. Historically, it has been the core of the Russian state for centuries, dotted with ancient towns, monasteries, and former noble estates that played crucial roles in Russian history. Today, it is a major economic and cultural hub, known for its scientific cities, industrial zones, and picturesque landscapes.

Krasnodar Krai

Krasnodar Krai is a federal subject and a popular tourist region in southwestern Russia, often referred to as Kuban. Historically, it was a Cossack territory, with the Black Sea Cossacks being granted the land by Catherine the Great in the late 18th century. Today, it is known for its agricultural production, Black Sea resorts like Sochi, and its unique Kuban Cossack culture.

Moscow

Moscow is the capital and largest city of Russia, with a history dating back over 800 years to its founding in 1147. It has served as the political and cultural heart of the Russian state for much of its history, symbolized by iconic sites like the Kremlin and Red Square. These landmarks reflect its significance through various eras, including the Tsardom, the Soviet Union, and the modern Russian Federation.