Swedish authorities detained two men, a Swedish national and a Turkish national, on suspicion of violating international sanctions by aiding Russia in procuring advanced products for its military. The suspects were arrested in the previous week, with searches conducted at their homes in southern and western Sweden.
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Swedish authorities detained two men on suspicion of violating international sanctions in assisting Russia to procure advanced products.
The suspects allegedly helped unspecified advanced goods reach Russia with potential use in the war in Ukraine.
Authorities carried out searches at homes in southern and western Sweden.
The suspects, identified as a Swedish national and a Turkish national, face up to six years in prison if convicted.
Sweden arrested two people for supplying Russia with industrial products in violation of sanctions.
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