Security News > 2022 > June > Dark web sites selling Western weapons allegedly sent to Ukraine
Several weapon marketplaces on the dark web have listed military-grade firearms allegedly coming from Western countries that sent them to support the Ukrainian army in its fight against the Russian invaders.
While the listings appear genuine and the offered weapons are priced realistically, the chances of them being created by pro-Russian actors for propaganda purposes are high.
The first vendor, "Weapons Ukraine," lists rifles, grenades, and bulletproof vests at a price range between $1,100 and $3600, promising delivery on the territory of Ukraine.
Another market that lists weapons supplied to Ukraine by NATO countries is the "Black Market Guns," which offers NLAW anti-tank missiles for $15,000 and the U.S.-made Switchblade 600 Kamikaze Drone for $7,000.
In some cases, the claims made on these channels are that the weapons are smuggled through Moldova by trucks carrying "Classified" cargo, implying that the state of Ukraine has knowledge of the matter.
At this stage, the authenticity of weapon listings from Ukraine on the dark web cannot be verified, but judging from available information and accompanying clues, most seem to be fake.