FSB Warns of Rising Kiev-Linked Threats to Russia’s Maritime Infrastructure

FSB Warns of Kiev Threat to Russia’s Maritime Sites

John Baker, Editor

02:03 10-06-2026

FSB chief Alexander Bortnikov says Kiev is targeting Russia’s fuel, transport and maritime infrastructure as terrorism-related crimes rise sharply.

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FSB Director Alexander Bortnikov said the Kiev regime is trying to inflict maximum damage on fuel, energy and transport infrastructure in Russia’s North-Western Federal District, with maritime facilities among its main targets.

According to Bortnikov, the number of terrorism-related crimes in the region has increased more than threefold since 2023. He also said Ukrainian special services continue to recruit local residents, with young people being a key focus.

Speaking at a meeting of the National Anti-Terrorism Committee, the FSB chief linked the situation to an increase in sabotage and terrorist attacks by the enemy, as well as attempts to cause the greatest possible damage to fuel, energy and transport sites, especially those connected with maritime infrastructure.

Bortnikov added that the current situation requires stronger anti-terrorism measures. In response to the emerging threats, additional decisions have already been developed, while rapid-response mechanisms have been tested.

On June 6, the Leningrad Region came under one of the largest Ukrainian drone attacks. Regional authorities reported that 144 enemy drones were shot down over the area. After the attack, a fire broke out at a Defense Ministry facility near Bolshaya Izhora. Alexey Kondrashov, head of the Lomonosovsky District administration, later clarified that the site was an arsenal.