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Russian military behind exploding sex toy parcel plot, police say
- Russian military intelligence is identified by European law enforcement as behind a series of incendiary parcel plots at DHL depots in Britain and Germany.
- Authorities say 22 suspects in Lithuania and Poland were likely acting on behalf of Russia in the operation.
- The probes link shipments from Lithuania to UK and Europe, with some devices igniting at a Birmingham depot in 2024.
- The investigation notes that devices were camouflaged as erotic gadgets to smuggle incendiaries onto cargo routes.
- A Romanian suspect was arrested after the Birmingham incident; investigators say the case remains under scrutiny for national security implications.
- Eurojust and European authorities say Russia used online networks to recruit participants and paid in cryptocurrency.
- Officials warn that the consequences could have been far worse if incendiaries ignited during flights.
- Wall Street Journal images were used to illustrate the operation, according to European security officials.
- Counter-terrorism policing in the UK emphasized cross-border cooperation and the need to keep the public safe.
- British security officials stressed ongoing actions to deter foreign-state activity and protect critical sectors.
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