The GRU is Russia’s main military intelligence service, accused of orchestrating cyber and covert operations abroad and shaping strategic surprises for Moscow.
Joshua Cammidge has been charged under the National Security Act for allegedly assisting a foreign intelligence service and planning or preparing acts of sabotage, following arrests in Swindon and a later detention. Proceedings are ongoing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court.
Joshua Cammidge, 31, has been charged with assisting a foreign intelligence service and preparing an act of sabotage after prosecutors say he gave Google Maps screenshots and addresses for four drone-manufacturing sites in Swindon and volunteered to carry out sabotage while communicating with a suspected GRU Volunteer Corps representative.
Since Sunday, President Donald Trump has announced an "energy ceasefire" between Ukraine and Russia and a related US-Russia diesel deal; Kyiv has pushed back, saying Russian strikes continued and that Ukraine will resume or pause strikes on Russian energy targets only if Moscow stops hitting Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Attacks have damaged Ukrainian power plants, shut Russian data centres and injured civilians; European leaders have voiced cautious support for a truce.
Germany has arrested Vadym Y. on suspicion of spying for Russia, gathering military intelligence including armoured vehicles, ammunition and explosives. Authorities say he acted in contact with a Russian service since at least July 2025. Chancellor Merz calls the case a success but warns espionage remains high.
The six-day ceasefire in Oleshky has allowed civilians to flee and aid to reach the city amid ongoing talks. Melania Trump has independently initiated engagement with Russia and Ukraine, and trilateral discussions are planned in Abu Dhabi.
Estonian authorities have detained eight people after an attempted arson and explosion at Threod Systems in Viimsi on Saturday morning. Officials have said evidence links the attack to Russia’s GRU and have announced a full closure of Estonian‑Russian border crossings from 1 December; no injuries or damage were reported.