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Russian Operation Uncovered: Lithuania's Suranovas Linked to Arson

3/12/2026

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In March 2026, Suranovas was hired by a Russian contact known as HK to send parcels to London, Birmingham, and Warsaw.
The police investigation connects him to a larger operation coordinated from Russia, involving multiple individuals with defined roles.
Lithuania's former Defence Minister, Dovile Sakaliene, stated this method provides deniability for those involved.
Investigators identified a suspect named Warrior, linked to an arson attack in Vilnius.
On the delivery day, HK assured Suranovas of the operation's legality, despite his concerns.

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Story summary

In March 2026, Suranovas was hired by a Russian contact known as HK to send parcels to London, Birmingham, and Warsaw.
The police investigation connects him to a larger operation coordinated from Russia, involving multiple individuals with defined roles.
Lithuania's former Defence Minister, Dovile Sakaliene, stated this method provides deniability for those involved.
Investigators identified a suspect named Warrior, linked to an arson attack in Vilnius.
On the delivery day, HK assured Suranovas of the operation's legality, despite his concerns.