SBU: Ukraine foils Russian-backed plan to blow up Rivne oblast railway  

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**Ukraine Foils Russian Backed Attempt**

The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has stopped plot to blow up a railway in . A 23-year-old man was caught and arrested on February 3.

**Man Worked for **

According to the SBU, the man had been instructed by Russian intelligence services to sabotage the railway tracks at a junction station. The train station is used by trains carrying equipment to Ukraine’ armed forces.

**Explosives Found**

The suspect was caught near the tracks while trying to place explosives for remote detonation. Investigators also discovered that he was tasked with gathering intelligence on military facilities in .

**Suspect Had -Russian Views**

The SBU says the man had previously expressed pro-Russian views on and wanted to move to Russia. He had been prosecuted before for desecrating soldiers’ graves and was recruited by Russia due to his ideology.

**Charged with High Treason**

The man has been charged with high treason and sabotage under martial law. This offense can result in life imprisonment and confiscation of property.

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