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Belarusian Suspect Charged with Coordinating Ukrainian Vehicle Arson

2/28/2026

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A Belarusian national security suspect, Artsem Sadardzinau, 30, faces conspiracy to commit arson against a Ukrainian vehicle.
Prosecutor Ben Lloyd said Sadardzinau was recruited via a Russian-language site promoting unlawful activities.
He used Telegram to coordinate the arson for payment.
Sadardzinau appeared via videolink at the Old Bailey.
A plea hearing is set for June 19, 2027, with the trial scheduled for April 6, 2027.

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Story summary

A Belarusian national security suspect, Artsem Sadardzinau, 30, faces conspiracy to commit arson against a Ukrainian vehicle.
Prosecutor Ben Lloyd said Sadardzinau was recruited via a Russian-language site promoting unlawful activities.
He used Telegram to coordinate the arson for payment.
Sadardzinau appeared via videolink at the Old Bailey.
A plea hearing is set for June 19, 2027, with the trial scheduled for April 6, 2027.