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Russian Spy Ring Pleads Guilty to Espionage, Honey Traps in UK

Nov 28, 2024, 06:45 PM

A Russian spy ring, operating in the UK and other European cities, has been involved in high-level espionage activities, including the use of honey traps and advanced surveillance techniques. The trial of three Bulgarians accused of spying for Russia began in London, where they pleaded guilty to spying activities. The defendants allegedly worked with others to spy between 2020 and 2023 in locations including London, Vienna, Valencia, Montenegro, and Stuttgart. The spy ring reportedly targeted journalists, with a notable attempt to abduct Christo Grozev of Bellingcat. The court has been informed that their activities put many lives at risk.