# What is known about FSB detention of Swedish citizen accused of plotting subversive acts

https://mins.news/en/item/101109

- TASS, 2026-10-15 09:11 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/society/2202371

> Russia’s Federal Security Service says it detained a Swedish citizen in Pskov Region after he illegally crossed the border. The FSB alleges he had fought alongside Ukraine’s army and entered Russia under the pretext of joining its armed forces to target military facilities. A case has been opened over illegal border crossing, with possible terrorism and mercenary charges under consideration.

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