Russian authorities claim to have disrupted a major Ukrainian operation targeting senior military commanders in Moscow, alleging direct involvement by Western intelligence services.
The Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the thwarted plot on Monday, framing it as a significant counter-terrorism success against high-value targets within the Russian capital.
The assertion of Western intelligence participation marks a sharp escalation in rhetoric, potentially complicating diplomatic channels and raising the stakes of the ongoing conflict.
While independent verification of the specific plot details remains limited, the claim underscores the intensifying security environment surrounding Russia's military leadership.
This development follows a period of heightened instability in the region.
Earlier on Monday, all four airports serving Moscow temporarily suspended operations due to a significant wave of drone activity over the capital.