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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Via AP news wire

Russia suspected of being behind a recent failed arson attack in Prague, Czech prime minister says

Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.

Czech authorities suspect that Russia may have been behind last week’s attempt to set Prague public transport buses on fire, Prime Minister Petr Fiala said Monday.

A 26-year-old suspect was arrested Saturday and charged with terrorism in connection with Thursday's failed arson attack. The suspect, who is from Latin America, faces up to life in prison if convicted, said police chief officer Martin Vondrášek.

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