In a significant ruling, six Bulgarians were sentenced for their roles in a Russian spy ring engaged in extensive surveillance on behalf of the Kremlin. Ringleader Orlin Roussev was sentenced to over ten years, with the judge highlighting the operations' threats to British national security. The defendants spied on journalists and Ukrainian soldiers, planning to intercept communications at a U.S. military base. Despite lacking direct ties to Russian intelligence, the group was driven by financial gain and a thrill for espionage activities.
Judge Hilliard sentenced ringleader Orlin Roussev to 10 years and eight months in prison, noting the serious risk posed to Britain's national security.
The defendants were motivated by money and found spying for the Kremlin 'exciting and glamorous,' despite not being direct agents of Russian intelligence.
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