August 21, 2024 at 11:12AM
Russia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs issued warnings to residents of under-siege regions, advising them to turn off home surveillance systems and avoid using dating apps to prevent Ukraine from gathering intelligence. The warnings were part of a memo aimed at protecting high-value Russian individuals and military personnel from Ukrainian interest.
The meeting notes detail the warnings issued by Russia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs to residents in under-siege regions to switch off home surveillance systems and refrain from using dating apps to prevent Ukraine from gathering intelligence. The warnings aim to protect the identities of high-value Russian individuals, including military personnel, law enforcement agents, and nuclear energy workers from potential capture and information extraction by Ukrainian forces.
The memo advises the military to avoid opening links from unofficial sources and to limit device usage containing sensitive state or personal information. It also recommends controlling and moderating chats, deleting captured individuals’ accounts, and removing geographically identifying markers on social media and messaging apps. Furthermore, citizens are advised against posting geotagged footage from dashcams or similar equipment to avoid revealing Russian military equipment locations.
The warnings come in the wake of Ukraine’s unexpected offensive into Kursk Oblast, resulting in substantial land gains and the evacuation of thousands of residents. The Russian authorities seem to be reacting urgently to the perceived threat posed by Ukraine’s military advancements and intelligence-gathering capabilities.
This situation emphasizes the heightened tensions and security concerns between Russia and Ukraine, and the rapidly evolving nature of the conflict.