DOJ charges Russian agents for alleged murder-for-hire plot in US

The Department of Justice announced charges against five Russian agents still at large for allegedly contracting for surveillance and murder-for-hire plots around the world, including in the United States.

DOJ charges Russian agents for alleged murder-for-hire plot in US

TL;DR

  • Five Russian agents charged by the Department of Justice.
  • Agents allegedly contracted for surveillance and murder-for-hire plots worldwide.
  • Plots targeted defectors and allies of Ukraine.
  • Allegations include attempts to recruit individuals in the US for surveillance.
  • Individuals reportedly work for Russian intelligence services.