Poland Detains Belarusian Suspect for Espionage Linked to Minsk

Poland Detains Belarusian Suspect for Espionage Linked to Minsk

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Poland has detained a Belarusian man, identified as Pavlov T., on suspicion of espionage for Minsk's military intelligence. This action is part of Poland's efforts to counter Russian and Belarusian attempts to destabilize nations supporting Ukraine, amid deteriorating relations since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

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2022-02-24
Russia invades Ukraine, straining relations with Belarus and Poland
2026-02-23
Poland detains Pavlov T. for espionage on behalf of Belarus