Ukrainian rapper mocked Russia’s claim he helped deliver drones for attacks near Moscow. A month later, Russia allegedly tried to kill him in Poland
Polish services detained the suspected hitman with US help on 7 August 2026. Russia accused the alleged target, the rapper Kyivstoner, of supplying drones to Ukraine.
On 14 August 2026, Polish broadcaster RMF FM revealed that Russian authorities had allegedly plotted to assassinate American-Ukrainian rapper Kyivstoner in Warsaw a month prior. The case arises amid European investigations into suspected Russian attacks and sabotage. Kyivstoner, whose real name is Albert Vasiliev, gained popularity for his humorous videos and Ukrainian group Hryby before releasing solo tracks like "Leto" and "Zvuk."
In July 2026, the FSB accused him of overseeing logistics for a foiled drone attack on a defense facility near Moscow, claiming 35 drones were smuggled into Russia via Slovakia, Poland, and Belarus. Kyivstoner responded on Instagram, mockingly stating he was playing video games instead of orchestrating an attack. He also denies cooperating with Ukrainian intelligence.
Polish authorities detained a Russian man suspected of involvement in the plot on 7 August, who they identified as a native of eastern Ukraine. Russian authorities labeled him as an extremist or terrorist. The Kremlin accused Kyivstoner of helping deliver drones for attacks near Moscow, while he denies the allegations.
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