Russia Plotting to Kill Ukraine Allies in US and Europe, FBI Says The recent charges against five individuals accused of being part of a Russian intelligence network aimed at carrying out targeted killings in the United States and Europe are a stark reminder that the world is entering a new era of state sponsored assassinations.
This notion may evoke memories of Cold War era spy thrillers, but such activities have been ongoing for some time.
Historically, assassination attempts by foreign governments have been relatively rare in the United States due to the high risks and severe consequences – diplomatic fallout, international condemnation, and retribution against US interests abroad.