Ukrainian police detain girl over suspected poisoning plot

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Ukrainian police said they detained a 17-year-old girl suspected of helping Russian security services poison Ukrainian soldiers. Police said two soldiers had died and alleged the girl packaged deadly drugs and sent them to soldiers she contacted through Telegram. The girl was reportedly paid US$111.

WHO: Ukrainian police

WHAT: Ukrainian police said they detained a 17-year-old girl suspected of helping Russian security services poison Ukrainian soldiers.

WHEN: Oct 23, 2026

WHERE: Ukraine

WHY: Police said she was suspected of helping Russia’s security services poison Ukrainian soldiers.

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