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Ukrainians Deny Arson Plot Targeting UK PM Starmer

10/19/2025

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Roman Lavrynovych (Ukrainian), Petro Pochynok (Ukrainian), and Stanislav Carpiuc (Romanian) deny conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life.
They appeared at the Old Bailey via video link from Belmarsh prison.
The plots targeted properties linked to UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, including his former home and a Toyota RAV4.
The defendants remain in custody.
The hearing and trial dates are November 28, 2025 and April 27, 2026.

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Roman Lavrynovych (Ukrainian), Petro Pochynok (Ukrainian), and Stanislav Carpiuc (Romanian) deny conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life.
They appeared at the Old Bailey via video link from Belmarsh prison.
The plots targeted properties linked to UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, including his former home and a Toyota RAV4.
The defendants remain in custody.
The hearing and trial dates are November 28, 2025 and April 27, 2026.