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Feb 1, 2026, 00:14 UTC
On January 21, 2026, Latvian State Security Service asked prosecutors to indict Polina Kamilova from Rēzekne for financing Russian military aggression through funds used to buy drones deployed against Ukraine.
On January 21, 2026, the Latvian State Security Service (VDD) requested prosecutors to start criminal proceedings against Polina Kamilova from Rēzekne for financing Russian aggression by providing financial support to the Russian army. The VDD reported that Kamilova used her Baltic citizen status to transfer funds to Russia, which were used for purchasing drones deployed on the front lines against Ukraine. Since autumn 2025, the VDD had evidence that Kamilova transported cash to two locations in Rēzekne and Preiļi municipalities, triggering criminal process for financing Russian military equipment. Financing aggression against Latvia is a criminal offense punishable by up to 10 years in prison.
Confidence: High
The article clearly describes hostile Russian aggression financing activity by a Latvian citizen supporting the Russian army, prompting VDD and prosecutors to initiate criminal proceedings. No defensive/preparatory action is described.
Source URL
https://lsm.lv/raksts/zinas/latvija/28.01.2026-vdd-ludz-apsudzet-krievijas-armijas-atbalstitaju-aktivisti-no-rezeknes.a631951
Source reliability
C
Info credibility
4
Event time
Jan 28, 2026, 00:00 UTC
Event time confidence
unknown
Location
Land
Primary actor
Polina Kamilova
Country
Latvia
Tags
Latvia, Russia, State Security Service, financing aggression, Russian army support, lawfare, criminal prosecution, drones, russia–ukraine war