The prosecution lawyer Alison Morgan stated, "Between 2020 and 2023 these three defendants together with a number of other people spied for the benefit of Russia. Their activity caused obvious and inevitable prejudice to the safety and interests of the United Kingdom."
Morgan described the alleged espionage as "sophisticated" and noted that the accused were compensated with "significant amounts of money," indicating the organized nature of their efforts.
The court heard that among the activities, the defendants allegedly spied on a US airbase in Germany where Ukrainian troops were training, showcasing the geopolitical implications.
The prosecution emphasized the coordination of the group's activities in the UK, implying a systematic approach to their espionage efforts across multiple European locations.
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