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Russia detains third suspect over attempt to kill general, Interfax news agency says

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Posted on February 10, 2026

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Russia detains third suspect over attempt to kill general, Interfax news agency says
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MOSCOW, Feb 10 (Reuters) - Russia's FSB security service has detained a third suspect over an attempt last week to kill a senior military intelligence officer, Vladimir Alexeyev, Russian news agency

Russia Arrests Third Suspect in Plot Against Military General

Details of the Assassination Attempt

MOSCOW, Feb 10 (Reuters) - Russia's FSB security service has detained a third suspect over an attempt last week to kill a senior military intelligence officer, Vladimir Alexeyev, Russian news agency Interfax quoted the FSB as saying on Tuesday.

Involvement of the FSB

(Reporting by Reuters, Editing by Timothy Heritage)

Key Takeaways

  • FSB detains third suspect in assassination plot.
  • Target was military intelligence officer Vladimir Alexeyev.
  • Incident underscores ongoing security threats.
  • Interfax reported the detainment on Tuesday.
  • FSB actively involved in the investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FSB?
The FSB, or Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation, is the principal security agency in Russia, responsible for counterintelligence, internal and border security, counter-terrorism, and surveillance.
What is military intelligence?
Military intelligence refers to the collection and analysis of information about foreign militaries and potential threats to national security, aiding in strategic decision-making and operational planning.

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