U.S. warned Putin last year over Russian explosives on planes

The warnings seem to have worked — but it's unclear for how long.

View in browser|nytimes.com January 13, 2025 The White House warned Vladimir Putin last year after U.S. intelligence agencies found that Russia was preparing to send explosive packages on planes. "The risk of catastrophic error was clear," Alejandro Mayorkas, the homeland security secretary, said, "that these could catch fire in a fully loaded aircraft." Pool photo by Alexander Kazakov The warnings seem to have worked — but it's unclear for how long. → Want to stay updated on what's happening in Russia? Sign up for Your Places: Global Update, and we'll send our latest coverage to your inbox. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018