Poland has issued an arrest warrant for former soldier Dariusz M., accused of joining the Russian army and spreading disinformation via TikTok. Investigations by the Internal Security Agency (ABW) revealed he participated in foreign intelligence activities and aimed to disrupt Poland’s political system. Dariusz M. has over 7,100 followers on TikTok under the channel “PolaknaDonbasie,” promoting Russian military efforts and encouraging Poles to join.
He has previously served in the Polish army before joining Russian forces as a volunteer in 2023. His videos include inflammatory statements against Poland’s government and comparisons of the EU to the “Fourth Reich.” If convicted, he could face up to eight years in prison for disinformation and five for serving in a foreign military. Currently believed to be in Russia, his extradition seems unlikely.
This case highlights Poland’s ongoing battles against Russian espionage and disinformation activities, with several individuals charged in recent years for related offenses.
