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Five Charged in Russia-Linked Explosive Parcel Scheme

1/18/2026

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Polish authorities announced on January 16, 2025 that five men—four Ukrainians and one Russian—have been charged in a Russia-linked plot to send explosive parcels to Western countries.
The case follows Russian sabotage accusations in Europe, including a DHL hub fire in Germany and a railway explosion in Poland.
Poland reported cyberattacks on its energy infrastructure in late December 2025, nearly causing a nationwide blackout.

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Polish authorities announced on January 16, 2025 that five men—four Ukrainians and one Russian—have been charged in a Russia-linked plot to send explosive parcels to Western countries.
The case follows Russian sabotage accusations in Europe, including a DHL hub fire in Germany and a railway explosion in Poland.
Poland reported cyberattacks on its energy infrastructure in late December 2025, nearly causing a nationwide blackout.