Canada expresses concerns to Russia after reports of plot to put incendiary devices on planes

Canada's government has raised concerns directly with Russian officials following reports that Moscow may have attempted to place incendiary devices on planes bound for North America. According to Western security sources, Russia is suspected of deploying two such devices in July, which ignited at DHL logistics hubs in Leipzig, Germany, and Birmingham, U.K.

Public Safety spokesperson Tim Warmington confirmed Canada's alarm regarding Russia’s "intensifying campaign" involving cyber threats, disinformation, and alleged sabotage. In a statement, Warmington said Canada has conveyed these concerns to Russian authorities and emphasized that "any threat to the safety and security of Canadians is unacceptable."

Polish authorities recently arrested four people connected to a suspected plot to send explosives to North America. Poland’s National Prosecutor's Office noted that the plan involved disguising explosives within parcels to test delivery channels before ultimately targeting the U.S. and Canada.

While Polish officials suggested the operation was a test run to place explosives on flights to North America, intelligence sources indicated that the intent remains unclear. Investigations by Western intelligence agencies are ongoing, exploring the possibility that Russia's aim may have been to set fires at logistics centers or even attempt more severe disruptions, such as aircraft sabotage on U.S. runways.

Warmington assured Canadians that national security agencies are closely cooperating with international partners to monitor the situation and maintain safety. Transport Canada, committed to aviation security, is working alongside law enforcement and airline partners to address any identified threats immediately.

Further comments were sought from the RCMP as Canadian agencies continue their assessment of this serious security matter.