Lithuania has arrested Danylo Bardadym, a Ukrainian citizen, for allegedly carrying out an arson attack linked to Russian military intelligence. Prosecutors claim the attack was directed by a foreign military service, and that Russia was aware of the plans, which are being investigated as part of broader concerns about espionage and sabotage.
The incident has heightened tensions between the Baltic nation and Russia, with Lithuanian authorities emphasizing that the attack poses a threat to national security. Russian officials have not commented on the case, but the government has previously accused Lithuania of harboring anti-Russian elements. The arrest underscores the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region, particularly as NATO and the EU continue to bolster their defenses against potential Russian aggression.