The fire broke out May 12, 2024, in the Marywilska 44 shopping centre that housed some 1,400 shops and service points. Many of the vendors were from Vietnam, and it inflicted tragedy on many in Warsaw’s Vietnamese community.
The announcement comes amid rising concerns in Europe over Russian attempts to destabilise the region through covert operations.
Russia in the past has denied accusations that it is carrying out such attacks.
Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on X late Sunday that Polish officials “now know for certain that the massive fire on Marywilska was the result of arson commissioned by Russian services.” “The actions were coordinated by a person residing in Russia. Some of the perpetrators are already in custody, while the rest have been identified and are being sought,” Tusk said. “We will catch them all!” (AP) GRS GRS