**Russian Worker Detained in Occupied Abkhazia on Espionage Charges**
A shocking incident has unfolded in occupied Abkhazia, where a Russian worker at the Sokhumi Airport was detained on suspicion of espionage for Ukrainian military intelligence. According to reports from Russia’s state-controlled media outlet TASS, the worker was accused of transferring sensitive information to Kyiv that could have been used to carry out a terrorist attack.
**The FSB Gets Involved**
The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) has taken charge of the investigation, claiming that the suspect had shared plans of the airport and its adjacent parking lot with Ukrainian military intelligence. The FSB alleged that the plan could have been used to plant explosives and carry out a terrorist attack.
**Video Evidence Sparks Controversy**
A video released by TASS shows armed men from the FSB and Sokhumi’s de facto security services apprehending the suspect, who is seen wearing a reflective jacket with his face blurred. The footage then cuts to the suspect recounting how he was contacted via Telegram by an unknown person proposing to “work together to fight against the regime.” He claims to have agreed and later suggested organizing an explosion at the airport’s VIP parking lot.
**A Closer Look**
During questioning, the suspect allegedly provided detailed information about his tasks, including gathering intel on visits to the republic by official Russian Federation representatives. The FSB has accused the worker of working with Ukrainian military intelligence to undermine Russia’s interests in occupied Abkhazia.
**What Does This Mean?**
This incident highlights the complex web of espionage and counter-espionage activities taking place in the occupied regions of Georgia, particularly in Abkhazia. It raises questions about the loyalty and allegiance of individuals working in these territories, as well as the intentions of Russia’s state-controlled media outlets.
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