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In 2026, Kirovohrad Region in Ukraine has become a hotspot for criminal activities and investigations. The State Bureau of Investigation uncovered numerous cases of corruption, including a National Guard lieutenant-colonel suspected of accepting bribes for $3,000 to facilitate soldier transfers. Drone attacks continue to plague the region, damaging infrastructure and homes. The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) disrupted terrorist plots targeting Kropyvnytskyi and detained Russian agents involved in espionage. The SSU and National Police exposed multiple draft evasion schemes, revealing the intricate network of criminal activities reshaping life in the Kirovohrad Region.

What criminal activities are prevalent in the Kirovohrad Region?

The Kirovohrad Region has seen various criminal activities, including corruption within the National Guard, bribery, espionage by Russian agents, and a series of drone attacks impacting residential infrastructure.

How has the SSU responded to threats in the Kirovohrad Region?

The SSU has been proactive, dismantling networks of Russian agents and exposing multiple evasion schemes. Their efforts have thwarted terrorist attacks and espionage activities aimed at disrupting regional stability.

Are drone attacks affecting the Kirovohrad Region?

Yes, the Kirovohrad Region has faced significant damage to infrastructure from drone attacks. These attacks pose ongoing challenges for local communities and authorities striving to maintain security and safety.

What schemes have been uncovered in Kropyvnytskyi related to military service evasion?

In Kropyvnytskyi, authorities uncovered several evasion schemes organized to bypass mandatory military service. These include the illegal sale of immunity from territorial centers and other deceptive tactics.

What is the impact of espionage on the Kirovohrad Region's security?

Espionage activities by Russian agents significantly threaten Kirovohrad Region's security, leading to targeted attacks and increased vulnerability. Counter-intelligence operations led by the SSU have been pivotal in mitigating these threats.

Has the Kirovohrad Region been involved in significant legal cases recently?

The Kirovohrad Region has witnessed high-profile legal cases, such as the sentencing of soldiers accused of torture, and the discovery of illegal underground petrol production, reflecting serious law enforcement challenges.

Are there ongoing peace and security measures in the Kirovohrad Region?

Efforts to enhance peace and security in the Kirovohrad Region involve coordinated actions by the SSU, SBI, and National Police, focusing on dismantling criminal networks and responding to threats against state and civilian infrastructure.

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Enemy attacked Kirovohrad region with UAV: drone crashed in Kropyvnytskyi district; no casualties were reported Enemy attacked Kirovohrad region with UAV: drone crashed in Kropyvnytskyi district; no casualties were reported On the afternoon of 4 October 2026, Russian forces attacked areas in the Kirovohrad region using strike UAVs. 493 0

One person was killed and another injured in enemy attack on Kirovohrad region One person was killed and another injured in enemy attack on Kirovohrad region Today, 3 October, Russian forces launched a drone attack on the Kirovohrad region, resulting in one fatality. 898 7 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Russian forces have attacked Kirovohrad and Volyn regions with drones: infrastructure facility has been hit Russian forces have attacked Kirovohrad and Volyn regions with drones: infrastructure facility has been hit Russian troops attacked the Kirovohrad and Volyn regions with drones. 1 362 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Russia has attacked seven regions of Ukraine: there are fatalities and dozens of wounded. PHOTOS Russia has attacked seven regions of Ukraine: there are fatalities and dozens of wounded. PHOTOS On 21–22 September, Russian troops carried out strikes on populated areas in Ukraine. The Sumy, Chernihiv, Kharkiv, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kherson and Mykolaiv regions came under enemy fire. 1 607 0

Enemy attacked Kirovohrad region: factory worker was injured. PHOTOS Enemy attacked Kirovohrad region: factory worker was injured. PHOTOS Russian troops attacked a facility in the Kropyvnytskyi district of Kirovohrad region during the night. One of the infrastructure facilities came under fire. 1 033 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Russia attacked nine regions of Ukraine: there are fatalities and injuries, including children among casualties. PHOTOS Russia attacked nine regions of Ukraine: there are fatalities and injuries, including children among casualties. PHOTOS Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have carried out strikes on regions of Ukraine using attack drones, aerial bombs, missiles, artillery, and multiple launch rocket systems. The attacks have resulted in deaths and injuries, with children among the casualties. Residential buildings,... 1 402 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine

Four people were injured as result of Russian strike on centre of Kropyvnytskyi Four people were injured as result of Russian strike on centre of Kropyvnytskyi Today, 16 September, Russian troops launched an attack on the centre of Kropyvnytskyi in the Kirovohrad region, resulting in casualties. 1 593 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Three people were injured as result of Russian strike on farm in Kirovohrad region. PHOTOS Three people were injured as result of Russian strike on farm in Kirovohrad region. PHOTOS Today, 11 September, Russian forces launched a drone strike on the Oleksandriia district in the Kirovohrad region, resulting in casualties. 1 531 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Russia attacked Kropyvnytskyi and Zaporizhzhia: one person injured, fires broke out. PHOTO Russia attacked Kropyvnytskyi and Zaporizhzhia: one person injured, fires broke out. PHOTO Russia has launched jet-powered drones at Kropyvnytskyi – one person has been injured. 1 936 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Zaporizhzhia Shahed attack on Kropyvnytskyi

Russian UAV hits apartment building in Kropyvnytskyi: one person injured Russian UAV hits apartment building in Kropyvnytskyi: one person injured On Thursday, 3 September, a Russian drone struck a multi-storey residential building in Kropyvnytskyi. 2 149 2 Previously in trend: Shahed attack on Kropyvnytskyi Shelling of Kirovohrad region

National Guard lieutenant-colonel is suspected of selling rear-line posts for $3,000 in Kirovohrad region, according to State Bureau of Investigation. VIDEO+PHOTO National Guard lieutenant-colonel is suspected of selling rear-line posts for $3,000 in Kirovohrad region, according to State Bureau of Investigation. VIDEO+PHOTO The head of one of the departments at the headquarters of a National Guard military unit and one of his subordinates have been caught in the Kirovohrad region. According to the investigation, they accepted bribes to help servicemen transfer to rear units and promised not to send them to... 2 685 6 Previously in trend: Evasion of military service

Force used against taxi driver and passenger during notification activities in Kropyvnytskyi: SBI investigates police actions. VIDEO Force used against taxi driver and passenger during notification activities in Kropyvnytskyi: SBI investigates police actions. VIDEO Police officers who were part of a notification group in Kropyvnytskyi may have used force against a taxi driver and his female passenger without justification. 7 440 89 Previously in trend: Clash with police

Drone attack on Kirovohrad region: house and infrastructure facility damaged. PHOTOS Drone attack on Kirovohrad region: house and infrastructure facility damaged. PHOTOS On the night of 14 August, the enemy launched yet another attack on the Kirovohrad region. A fire broke out at an infrastructure facility, and a residential building was damaged. 1 292 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Russian agent group adjusting strikes on Defense Forces in three regions detained - SSU. PHOTOS Russian agent group adjusting strikes on Defense Forces in three regions detained - SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service’s counter-intelligence unit has exposed an FSB agent network that was adjusting Russian air strikes against the Defence Forces in the Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk and Kirovohrad regions. 2 613 8 Previously in trend: spying in favor of Russia

He was planning new attacks on energy sector and studying from Russian textbooks: enemy agent has been detained in Kropyvnytskyi, - SSU. PHOTO He was planning new attacks on energy sector and studying from Russian textbooks: enemy agent has been detained in Kropyvnytskyi, - SSU. PHOTO The Security Service has detained another Russian agent in Kropyvnytskyi who was preparing new enemy missile and drone attacks on targets in Ukraine’s fuel and energy sector. 2 254 7 Previously in trend: spying in favor of Russia

SSU, State Bureau of Investigation and National Police have uncovered further four ’evasion’ schemes in various regions of Ukraine. PHOTOS SSU, State Bureau of Investigation and National Police have uncovered further four ’evasion’ schemes in various regions of Ukraine. PHOTOS The Security Service, the State Bureau of Investigation and the National Police have uncovered four new schemes to evade mobilisation and detained seven organisers of these schemes in the Kharkiv, Kirovohrad and Vinnytsia regions. 1 577 9 Previously in trend: Draft evaders smuggling across the border

Enemy has advanced near Kostiantynivka in Donetsk region and in Zaliznychne in Zaporizhzhia region, - DeepState. MAP Enemy has advanced near Kostiantynivka in Donetsk region and in Zaliznychne in Zaporizhzhia region, - DeepState. MAP mapRussian occupation forces are advancing in the Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. 8 722 37 Previously in trend: Update of DeepState map

Court has ordered detention without bail of two soldiers from "Skelia" regiment who are suspected of torturing their fellow soldiers Court has ordered detention without bail of two soldiers from "Skelia" regiment who are suspected of torturing their fellow soldiers A court in Kropyvnytskyi has remanded two soldiers from the medical company of the "Skelia" regiment into custody for 60 days without the right to bail; the State Bureau of Investigations (SBI) suspects them of torturing and cruelly mistreating their fellow soldiers. 1 462 16 Previously in trend: Beating of soldiers

Economic Security Bureau has shut down underground petrol production operation: 233,000 litres of counterfeit petrol worth 50 million hryvnias have been seized. PHOTO Economic Security Bureau has shut down underground petrol production operation: 233,000 litres of counterfeit petrol worth 50 million hryvnias have been seized. PHOTO The Economic Security Bureau has uncovered a group of individuals who organised the illegal production and sale of counterfeit fuel in the Kirovohrad and Dnipropetrovsk regions. During searches, law enforcement officers seized 233,000 litres of a liquid resembling petrol, with the total value of... 1 605 6 Previously in trend: produced counterfeits

Beaten and locked in shed for "breaches of discipline": two soldiers from "Skelia" regiment have been notified of suspicion of torturing their comrades – SBI. PHOTO Beaten and locked in shed for "breaches of discipline": two soldiers from "Skelia" regiment have been notified of suspicion of torturing their comrades – SBI. PHOTO The State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has notified two servicemen from the ‘Skelia’ regiment that they are under suspicion of mistreating their comrades. 6 970 69 Previously in trend: Beating of soldiers

Russia attacked Kirovohrad and Dnipropetrovsk regions: houses, company, and gas station were damaged Russia attacked Kirovohrad and Dnipropetrovsk regions: houses, company, and gas station were damaged On the night of July 24, Russian troops continued shelling the central and southern regions of Ukraine. The Kirovohrad and Dnipropetrovsk regions came under attack. According to preliminary reports, there has been significant damage to civilian infrastructure. 1 724 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Dnipropetrovsk region Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Second day of protests against Fedorov’s resignation began in Kyiv and other cities across Ukraine. VIDEO+PHOTOS Second day of protests against Fedorov’s resignation began in Kyiv and other cities across Ukraine. VIDEO+PHOTOS The second day of protests against President Zelenskyy’s decision not to reappoint Mykhailo Fedorov as Ukraine’s defence minister has begun. 6 239 62 Previously in trend: Fedorov’s resignation

Kropyvnytskyi, Vinnytsia, Mykolaiv, Odesa, Kharkiv: Ukrainians took to streets in support of Fedorov. VIDEO+PHOTOS Kropyvnytskyi, Vinnytsia, Mykolaiv, Odesa, Kharkiv: Ukrainians took to streets in support of Fedorov. VIDEO+PHOTOS On the morning of 16 July, a campaign in support of the sacked Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov got underway across Ukraine’s regions. 6 343 92 Previously in trend: Fedorov’s resignation

Sold ’immunity’ from TCR for $4,000: law enforcement officer detained in Kirovohrad region, - State Bureau of Investigation. PHOTOS Sold ’immunity’ from TCR for $4,000: law enforcement officer detained in Kirovohrad region, - State Bureau of Investigation. PHOTOS Officers from the State Bureau of Investigations (SBI), with the assistance of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) and the leadership of the National Police, have exposed a law enforcement officer who was "selling" the right to move freely around the city and avoid being sent to the... 1 639 5 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

In evening, enemy attacked Kropyvnytskyi: fire at enterprise has been extinguished. PHOTO In evening, enemy attacked Kropyvnytskyi: fire at enterprise has been extinguished. PHOTO On the evening of 28 June, the enemy launched an attack on an enterprise in Kropyvnytskyi. 1 220 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

SSU and National Police expose 11 more "draft evasion schemes" in different regions of Ukraine. PHOTOS SSU and National Police expose 11 more "draft evasion schemes" in different regions of Ukraine. PHOTOS Security Service of Ukraine and the National Police have shut down 11 new schemes for evading mobilisation and detained the organisers of the schemes, who operated in different regions of Ukraine. 1 307 9

SSU, National Police and the Prosecutor’s Office have exposed a further four Russian agents involved in arson attacks in Ukraine. PHOTOS SSU, National Police and the Prosecutor’s Office have exposed a further four Russian agents involved in arson attacks in Ukraine. PHOTOS The Security Service, the National Police and the Prosecutor’s Office have exposed a further four FSB accomplices who carried out contract arson attacks in the Kirovohrad and Odesa regions. 1 311 13 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

Night-time UAV attack: house damaged in Kropyvnytskyi district of Kirovohrad region. PHOTO Night-time UAV attack: house damaged in Kropyvnytskyi district of Kirovohrad region. PHOTO Russian drones attacked the Kirovohrad region overnight, causing a fire on the roof of a private house in the Kropyvnytskyi district. 1 042 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Shooting at Svitlovodsk City Council: "Don’t come to me. Stay where you are, bitch! Stay where you are, you f#cking b#tch!". VIDEO (updated) Shooting at Svitlovodsk City Council: "Don’t come to me. Stay where you are, bitch! Stay where you are, you f#cking b#tch!". VIDEO (updated) Shots were fired inside the Svitlovodsk City Council building in the Kirovohrad region. 9 649 35

SSU and National Police foiled attempts by Russian Federation to organise terrorist attacks in schools in Kirovohrad and Odesa regions. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS SSU and National Police foiled attempts by Russian Federation to organise terrorist attacks in schools in Kirovohrad and Odesa regions. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine, in collaboration with the National Police, has foiled a series of terrorist attacks at educational institutions in the Kirovohrad and Odesa regions. According to the investigation, two school pupils were acting on instructions from Russian intelligence services. 2 780 7

Driver hits TCR serviceman during document check in Kropyvnytskyi: he was detained Driver hits TCR serviceman during document check in Kropyvnytskyi: he was detained On 17 April in Kropyvnytskyi, during measures to notify reservists and men liable for military service, a man attempted to flee in a car and injured a serviceman of the TCR. 5 551 64 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Attack on the TCR

Tortured and killed 8-month-old baby: man from Kirovohrad region sentenced to life imprisonment Tortured and killed 8-month-old baby: man from Kirovohrad region sentenced to life imprisonment The Court of Appeal sentenced to life imprisonment a man who beat an eight-month-old baby to death in the Kirovohrad region. 5 627 26 Previously in trend: Murder of children

SSU has detained FSB agent who was preparing to blow up power substation in Kropyvnytskyi. PHOTO SSU has detained FSB agent who was preparing to blow up power substation in Kropyvnytskyi. PHOTO Law enforcement officers have uncovered a man recruited by the FSB who was planning to plant explosives near an electrical substation in Kropyvnytskyi. 1 598 13 Previously in trend: Recruited FSB agents

Occupiers struck railway and port infrastructure: no casualties. PHOTOS Occupiers struck railway and port infrastructure: no casualties. PHOTOS On the night of 26 March, Russian occupiers once again attacked Ukraine’s railway and port infrastructure. 1 511 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities

Russian drones attacked the Kirovohrad region: two people injured (updated). PHOTOS Russian drones attacked the Kirovohrad region: two people injured (updated). PHOTOS During the evening of 22 March, Russian occupiers attacked the Kirovohrad region with strike drones. 2 105 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

SSU and National Police detain 5 more agitators of ruscism in different regions of Ukraine. PHOTOS SSU and National Police detain 5 more agitators of ruscism in different regions of Ukraine. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) and the National Police have detained five more pro-Kremlin agitators who called on the ruscists to continue shelling Ukraine and seize the entire territory of the country. 1 643 6 Previously in trend: Pro-Russian agitators

He had residence permit and was spying for Russians: SSU detained Russian citizen in Kirovohrad region. PHOTO He had residence permit and was spying for Russians: SSU detained Russian citizen in Kirovohrad region. PHOTO In the Kirovohrad region, a Russian citizen was detained who worked for the Russian GRU and tracked the locations of the Defence Forces, which the occupiers were preparing to attack. 3 729 7 Previously in trend: Detention of adjusters spying in favor of Russia

NABU and National Police expose judge from Kirovohrad region for taking bribe to close case. PHOTO NABU and National Police expose judge from Kirovohrad region for taking bribe to close case. PHOTO The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO), together with law enforcement agencies, have exposed a district court judge in the Kirovohrad region and his accomplice for receiving unlawful benefits. 2 414 9 Previously in trend: Grafters

Woman who registered Starlink for occupiers was detained in Kropyvnytskyi, - media Woman who registered Starlink for occupiers was detained in Kropyvnytskyi, - media In Kropyvnytskyi, a woman was exposed who registered Starlink terminals for Russians for money. 6 179 31 Previously in trend: Blocking Starlink to occupiers

Russian drones attacked residential area in Novoarkhanhelsk community in Kirovohrad region: one person injured Russian drones attacked residential area in Novoarkhanhelsk community in Kirovohrad region: one person injured As a result of a nighttime UAV strike in the Novoarkhanhelsk community of the Kirovohrad region, one person was injured and five private houses were damaged. 926 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

20 thousand dollars for "reservation" - in Kropyvnytskyi, SBI detained officer of regional TCR and SS. VIDEO+PHOTOS 20 thousand dollars for "reservation" - in Kropyvnytskyi, SBI detained officer of regional TCR and SS. VIDEO+PHOTOS With the assistance of the Security Service of Ukraine, employees of the State Bureau of Investigation exposed a serviceman of the Kirovohrad Regional TCR and SS who had organised a scheme to earn money by evading mobilisation. 4 258 17 Previously in trend: Corruption in TCR

Mobilised serviceman who went AWOL planned to kill state official in Kropyvnytskyi – SSU. PHOTO Mobilised serviceman who went AWOL planned to kill state official in Kropyvnytskyi – SSU. PHOTO An attempted murder of an official from a state institution responsible for the defence training of the population in the Kirovohrad region was prevented in the centre of Kropyvnytskyi. 4 837 15 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine High treason

Trump’s friend will gain access to one of largest lithium deposits in Ukraine, - NYT Trump’s friend will gain access to one of largest lithium deposits in Ukraine, - NYT Ronald Lauder, a close ally of Donald Trump, has joined the consortium that won the tender to develop one of Europe's largest lithium deposits. 5 538 65 Previously in trend: mineral resources agreement

In Kirovohrad region, residents honor children whose lives were cut short by Russia’s war against Ukraine. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Kirovohrad region, residents honor children whose lives were cut short by Russia’s war against Ukraine. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Oleksandriia, Kirovohrad region, a memorial event was held to honor children whose lives were cut short by Russia’s war against Ukraine. 1 379 2 Previously in trend: Children are victims of war

"Oleksandriia maniac" Nykytiuk sentenced to life imprisonment for series of murders and assaults, - OPG "Oleksandriia maniac" Nykytiuk sentenced to life imprisonment for series of murders and assaults, - OPG The court sentenced Volodymyr Nykytiuk, known as the ‘"Oleksandriia maniac," to life imprisonment after finding him guilty of a series of murders and robberies committed for financial gain in 2016 in the Kirovohrad region. 5 870 25 Previously in trend: Oleksandriia maniac

Russian drones and missiles hit critical infrastructure in Kirovohrad region (updated) Russian drones and missiles hit critical infrastructure in Kirovohrad region (updated) Russia has carried out another massive attack on critical infrastructure in the Kirovohrad region. 3 323 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of energy and gas infrastructure

In Kyiv and number of regions - stabilisation power cuts. SCHEDULES In Kyiv and number of regions - stabilisation power cuts. SCHEDULES Emergency power cuts have been introduced in the capital and two regions. 7 481 28 Previously in trend: Power outages

Enemy launched massive attack on Kirovohrad region: infrastructure damaged, dozens of settlements left without power Enemy launched massive attack on Kirovohrad region: infrastructure damaged, dozens of settlements left without power On the night of 24 October, Russian invaders launched a massive attack on the Kirovohrad region with drones. At least 20 explosions were heard. 1 865 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

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