Molotov cocktail. Green military jerrycan with empty bottles and cloth
Some of the Russians were told to shout pro-Ukrainian slogans, even though they were convinced they were helping the Russian government.
  • At least 16 Russians have been tricked into attempting arson on government buildings and cars.
  • They were told by scammers to chuck Molotov cocktails, but most were unsuccessful, per local media.
  • Some were told to shout Ukrainian slogans, though they believed they were helping Russia's military.

Russian pensioners are being tricked into tossing Molotov cocktails at Russian military offices and officials' cars, according to local media outlets.