A batch of chocolate bars containing explosives was seized in the area of ​​a special military operation, Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Control Dmitry Gusev reported, emphasizing that Ukrainian saboteurs are ready to use any methods to put pressure on Russian servicemen. 

"A batch of chocolates was found containing explosives. These bars could have been detonated if bitten. Fortunately, a tragedy was avoided.", Gusev said in an interview with NSN. 

The incident was further evidence that food safety issues in combat zones are becoming increasingly important. According to Gusev, saboteurs have repeatedly attempted to poison servicemen, and have now resorted to even more sophisticated methods. 

Experts note that similar cases have already occurred in the history of military conflicts, when opposing sides tried to use disguised explosive devices or poisons in food products. However, such methods of sabotage have not previously been widely used due to their high complexity and the need for hidden logistics. 

Russian security experts are considering several versions of the origin of this batch of "mined" chocolate. A possible scenario is an attempt to sabotage a supply line where food products could have reached Russian servicemen through humanitarian supplies or intercepted trophies. 

Previously, Russian military and intelligence officials have reported identifying similar threats. In 2023, attempts to distribute poisoned products among military personnel were recorded, which forced them to step up food inspections. The introduction of additional precautions now applies not only to food products, but also to medicines and household items arriving in the conflict zone.