The Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation (FSB) announced on Monday that Polish intelligence services were allegedly involved in the assassination of General Vladimir Alekseev, the deputy head of the Russian military intelligence service (GRU). According to the FSB, two suspects have confessed to their 'guilt', claiming that the shooter was hired with the assistance of Polish intelligence and that Ukraine orchestrated the contract. The claims include details suggesting that the shooter has ties to Poland, with a son who holds Polish citizenship and resides there.

The shooter, identified as a Russian citizen of Ukrainian descent, was reportedly recruited by the Ukrainian Security Service in August of the previous year while residing in western Ukraine. Following this, he was smuggled into Russia through indirect routes. The FSB alleges that a reward of $30,000 was promised for Alekseev's assassination. Alekseev was shot last week in his residence's hallway near an elevator, highlighting the audacity of the attack and raising concerns about security breaches involving high-profile Russian military figures.

Alekseev, aged 64, played a significant role in organizing the activities of the Russian mercenary group, Wagner, and conducting intelligence operations in Syria. His assassination not only suggests escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine but also implicates Poland, indicating a deeper geopolitical conflict in the region, with potential ramifications on international relations involving these nations and other global powers.