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Polish Man Charged in Plot to Assassinate Zelensky

5/21/2025

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Polish prosecutors have charged Pawel K. with plotting to aid Russian intelligence in an assassination attempt on Ukrainian President Zelensky. Arrested on April 17, 2024, he could face up to eight years in prison. As a crucial ally of Ukraine, Poland is increasingly vulnerable to Russian espionage and cyber threats, particularly with presidential elections looming.

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Polish prosecutors have charged Pawel K. with plotting to aid Russian intelligence in an assassination attempt on Ukrainian President Zelensky. Arrested on April 17, 2024, he could face up to eight years in prison. As a crucial ally of Ukraine, Poland is increasingly vulnerable to Russian espionage and cyber threats, particularly with presidential elections looming.