Attempt to carry out arson attack at defence plant on behalf of Russian Federation was foiled in Estonia
In Estonia, an unsuccessful attempt was made to carry out an act of sabotage at Threod Systems, a defence firm that manufactures drones. The country’s authorities claim that Russia is behind this incident.
This has been reported by the Estonian Internal Affairs Service and the Estonian Foreign Minister, Margus Tsahkna, according to Censor.NET.
Details of the failed arson attempt at the Threod Systems factory
"At 03:06 on the morning of 14 November, an attempted attack was carried out on the premises of the defence company Threod Systems, which manufactures drones, with the aim of causing an explosion and setting the building alight. We promptly apprehended the suspects. We advise you not even to consider such ‘job’ offers from Russia," reads a statement from the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Reaction from the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs: the sabotage was ordered by the Russian GRU
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna stated that the failed sabotage attempt against the Estonian defence company Threod Systems had been ordered by the Russian GRU.
"This is yet another example of how Russia resorts to acts of sabotage to destabilise our societies, sow fear and divert attention away from supporting Ukraine. Faced with mounting setbacks and a lack of success on the battlefield, the Kremlin is increasingly resorting to sabotage. Ukraine’s resilience and strategic initiative have clearly thrown Putin off balance," the minister said.
According to Tsahkna, Estonia takes every act aimed at undermining its security extremely seriously. He noted that the Estonian security services had acted swiftly: the suspects have been detained and the investigation is ongoing.
"We will continue to step up the pressure on Russia through sanctions, isolation and travel restrictions until it ceases its aggression against Ukraine and takes full responsibility for its actions," added the Estonian minister.
