The Journal. The Suspected Russian Plot to Set Airplanes on Fire
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Dec 13, 2024 Bojan Pancevski, a seasoned WSJ reporter, dives into a chilling investigation of a suspected Russian plot to ignite airliners, revealing tactics reminiscent of the Cold War. He discusses Russia's recent escalations across Europe, including modus operandi to recruit civilians for chaos. Pancevski uncovers dangerous incendiary devices found in everyday items, prompting a global security reevaluation. The conversation also touches on how Europe is adapting to confront these mounting threats amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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Hotel Bar Tip
- Bojan Pancevski, a Wall Street Journal reporter, met a source at a hotel bar who revealed a plot to set airliners on fire.
- This sparked an investigation into an escalating shadow war in Europe.
Connecting the Dots
- A series of strange attacks, like cut internet cables and damaged pipelines, seemed unconnected at first.
- These attacks are believed to be part of a larger, covert Russian operation.
Civilian Espionage
- Russia recruits civilians, including Ukrainian refugees, for espionage.
- One refugee, Maxim Lecha, installed cameras on railways for easy money and received a six-year sentence.