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Ukrainian Arrested for Bombing Linked to Russian Handler

4/15/2026

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Bohdan Tymchenko, 21, of Bucha, was arrested for planting two bombs outside his apartment.
Investigators say a Russian handler recruited him through World of Tanks and guided him via Telegram for $1,200.
The blasts early this morning injured two police officers; residents initially mistook them for a drone strike.
Ukrainian officials say Russia uses proxies to sow fear and chaos, reflecting a broader pattern of sabotage across Europe.

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Bohdan Tymchenko, 21, of Bucha, was arrested for planting two bombs outside his apartment.
Investigators say a Russian handler recruited him through World of Tanks and guided him via Telegram for $1,200.
The blasts early this morning injured two police officers; residents initially mistook them for a drone strike.
Ukrainian officials say Russia uses proxies to sow fear and chaos, reflecting a broader pattern of sabotage across Europe.