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The enemy within: Ukrainian teenagers recruited by Russia

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Ukraine’s SBU intelligence agency warns of Russian efforts to recruit minors for acts of sabotage and espionage. A 16-year-old from Kharkiv, lured via Telegram, carried out sabotage acts, including arson near railways. Prosecutors say Russia exploits vulnerable teens through encrypted apps, escalating tasks from graffiti to bomb-making. Authorities urge parents to stay vigilant as investigations into dozens of similar cases unfold.