Russian law enforcement detained a Chinese citizen in Moscow in mid-April, accusing him of mailing two tactical vests (Ratnik load-bearing vest and modular design) as part of smuggling operation.
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Russian law enforcement detained a Chinese citizen in Moscow in mid-April, accusing him of mailing two tactical vests including a Ratnik load-bearing vest and another modular design.
Serhii Yeremieiev was sentenced to 15 years in prison for participating in the Kursk operation
Yeremieiev served as a driver in the 22nd Mechanized Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces
He was found guilty of allegedly committing a terrorist act
On September 6, 2024, Yeremieiev together with other Ukrainian servicemen crossed into Russia's Kursk region
In the village of Vitriane, he allegedly repeatedly opened fire on Russian military personnel and civilians
He allegedly obstructed civilian evacuation and planted mines on local roads
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