Why small-time criminals burned a London warehouse for Russia’s mercenary group Wagner

Five individuals have recently been found guilty in connection with an arson attack on a London warehouse, which caused an estimated one million pounds in damages. The incident, reportedly undertaken on behalf of Russia’s Wagner mercenary group, involved a small group of perpetrators now identified as low-level criminals. This unusual act of sabotage on British soil highlights the potential for foreign-linked proxy actions within the capital. The motivation behind these small-scale operatives carrying out such a significant act for a prominent international military organization remains a key aspect of the case, underscoring the broader implications of such covert operations.