GRU agent sentenced to 15 years for directing strikes on Ukrainian airfields

The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) said this in a statement seen by Ukrinform.

The investigation found that the suspect coordinated missile strikes on the aviation infrastructure of western Ukraine. Among the enemy's priority targets were airfields housing Ukrainian combat helicopters.

To monitor the basing of Ukrainian aircraft, the agent set up an observation post in his own home, located near one of the restricted sites.

Additionally, he installed a video camera with remote access on the roof of his private property for the Russian GRU. Using this equipment, the Russians aimed to track Ukrainian aviation activity to prepare air strikes.

Law enforcement detained the agent in March 2025 at his residence. During searches, authorities seized his smartphone and video camera, which contained evidence of intelligence and sabotage activities on behalf of Russia.

It was established that the operation was carried out by a 31-year-old local unemployed man. He came to the attention of the invaders while seeking easy earnings through Telegram channels.

The court found the agent guilty under Part 2 of Article 111 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (high treason committed under martial law).