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The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) is actively engaged in various operations to safeguard national security amidst ongoing threats. Recently, the SSU thwarted multiple plots, detaining Russian agents and collaborators. One such operation involved intercepting a GRU agent planning missile strikes in Kramatorsk. In another significant action, the SSU exposed a Hungarian intelligence network operating in Zakarpattia for the first time. Additionally, the service executed successful drone strikes on key Russian defense plants, demonstrating its proactive stance against aggressors. These efforts underscore the pivotal role of the SSU in maintaining Ukraine’s sovereignty and integrity by identifying and neutralizing threats.

What role does the Security Service of Ukraine play in counterintelligence?

The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) acts as the forefront agency against espionage and sabotage. It conducts operations to detect and neutralize foreign intelligence and terrorist activities. The SSU works tirelessly to expose enemy agents, dismantle spy networks, and prevent attacks on strategic infrastructures. Their efforts are crucial for maintaining the internal security and stability of Ukraine.

How does the SSU handle threats from Russian intelligence agencies?

The SSU routinely deploys counterintelligence operations to handle threats from Russian intelligence. This includes detaining spies, operatives, and agents who are found adjusting missile strikes or planning sabotage actions. The SSU also tracks and neutralizes cyber threats, ensuring that the territorial integrity of Ukraine is upheld.

What recent successes has the SSU achieved against Russian aggression?

Recently, the SSU has achieved numerous successes, such as detaining enemy agents planning attacks in cities like Dnipro and Kramatorsk. They also dismantled networks preparing to facilitate missile strikes and prevented espionage. The SSU's operations have effectively disrupted several plots aimed at endangering national security.

What measures does the SSU take to prevent espionage within Ukraine?

The SSU employs a variety of measures to prevent espionage, including continuous surveillance, intelligence gathering, and cooperation with other national and international security agencies. It actively investigates potential threats, conducts counterintelligence training, and maintains stringent security protocols to mitigate espionage risks.

How has the SSU impacted Ukraine's defense against enemy missile strikes?

The SSU has significantly impacted Ukraine's defense by intercepting and detaining individuals and networks involved in adjusting or facilitating enemy missile strikes. Their proactive stance and strategic intelligence operations have thwarted numerous potential attacks, thereby safeguarding key infrastructure and civilian areas.

What role do SSU drone operations play in national security?

The SSU's drone operations play a crucial role in advancing national security by targeting and disabling strategic enemy assets. These operations have successfully struck key Russian defense facilities, directly hindering logistical and operational capabilities of adversaries, thus contributing to Ukraine's broader defense strategy.

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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban Orban says SSU plans to disrupt his poll on Ukraine’s EU accession Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said that the Security Service of Ukraine wants to disrupt the poll on Ukraine's accession to the European Union. 2 845 26 Previously in trend: a survey in Hungary on Ukraine’s accession to the EU Exposure of Hungarian intelligence spy network

SSU exposes two Transcarpathians for justifying Russian aggression Justified Russia’s war in Ukraine: in Zakarpattia region two locals are exposed - SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine has served two residents of Zakarpattia with a notice of suspicion for disseminating publications justifying and denying Russia's armed aggression against Ukraine. 2 735 15 Previously in trend: Justifying Russia’s armed aggression

agent traitor Enemy agents preparing Russian missile strikes on Dnipro and Kramatorsk detained - SSU. PHOTO SSU CI detained two more FSB agents in Dnipro and Kramatorsk. They were reconnoitering the coordinates for a new series of Russian missile and drone strikes on frontline cities. 2 109 6 Previously in trend: spying in favor of Russia

Security Service of Ukraine detained agent of Russian GRU Prepared air attack by Russian forces on power lines of Rivne NPP: another GRU agent exposed, - SSU. PHOTO A former employee of the Rivne Nuclear Power Plant was preparing ruscists' air attack on the power lines that supply Kyiv and the entire capital region of Ukraine. 3 155 10 Previously in trend: Recruited FSB agents

Russian agent sentenced to 15 years in prison FSB agent who adjusted Russian strikes on Odesa while working as paramedic sentenced to 15 years – SSU. PHOTO Another FSB agent who adjusted Russian missile and drone strikes on Odesa region has been sentenced to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property. 1 687 1 Previously in trend: Detention of adjusters Sentences for high treason

traitor from Donetsk region Enemy agent exposed for "leaking" Defense Forces’ positions in Kramatorsk and Sloviansk – SSU. PHOTO The SSU CI have detained another agent of Russian military intelligence (commonly known as the GRU) in the Donetsk region. 2 443 8

Umka, Serhii Oliinyk SSU detained "thief-in-law" "Umka," who was spotted at celebration with special services officer, according to media reports On Saturday, 10 May, the Security Service of Ukraine detained a 'thief in law', Serhii Oliinyk, nicknamed 'Umka'. 31 237 155 Previously in trend: SSU detained Umka

Loyf Maliuk dismissed SSU employee Loyf from his post after journalistic investigation - media The head of the Main Directorate for Counterintelligence Support of Critical Infrastructure and Countering the Financing of Terrorism, Anatolii Loyf, was dismissed. 49 566 152

Scheme for evaders exposed Thirteen organizers of draft evasion schemes detained in Ukraine, "services" cost up to $20,000 – SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine and the National Police have dismantled six new draft evasion schemes across various regions of the country. 1 500 7 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

SSU officers celebrated birthday with criminal authorities Four high-ranking SSU officials celebrated birthday of bookmaker’s owner together with criminal "authorities", - media reports. VIDEO Former and current SSU officials were spotted celebrating a birthday in the company, including a criminal authority. 39 569 118

Russian informant detained in Kharkiv Spying on Kharkiv defenders and waiting for city to be occupied: Russian informant detained - SSU. PHOTO Another Russian informant was detained near Kharkiv, who turned out to be a 38-year-old local supporter of racism who was "leaking" the locations of the Defence Forces to the occupiers and was waiting for the entire region to be captured. 854 2 Previously in trend: Detention of adjusters Detention of Russian accomplices

Hungarian intelligence agents spied in Zakarpattia. Details from SSU For first time in history, Hungarian military intelligence network has been exposed: they were spying in Zakarpattia, - SSU. VIDEO For the first time in the history of Ukraine, the Hungarian military intelligence network that spied in Ukraine was exposed. 24 795 95

SSU drone strike on Russia SSU drones successfully strike key Russian defense plants — Bazalt and Splav, sources say. VIDEO Last night, long-range SSU drones hit two defense industry plants deep in Russian rear. 5 995 13 Previously in trend: SSU drones attack Russian defense industry plants

Call centre exposed in Uzhhorod Stealing money from EU citizens: call centre in Uzhhorod exposed - SSU. VIDEO+PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine, jointly with the Czech Police, eliminated a fraudulent scheme in the Zakarpattia region, which targeted EU citizens. 6 191 24 Previously in trend: financial fraud

Captured weapons traffickers detained Five traffickers detained for attempting to set up illegal trade in "captured" weapons in Ukraine – SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU), in cooperation with the National Police, has prevented new attempts to establish illegal sales of weapons and ammunition across various regions of Ukraine, detaining five individuals. 1 963 8 Previously in trend: Illegal arms trafficking

Russian agent was preparing strike on Mykolaiv bypassing Ukrainian air defence He was preparing a strike on Mykolaiv, bypassing Ukraine’s air defence: SSU detained Russian informant A 31-year-old man who was correcting Russian strikes on the Defence Forces was detained in Mykolaiv. 1 299 8 Previously in trend: Detention of adjusters

Assassination attempt on Sternenko. Woman notified of suspicion Sternenko’s attacker was served notice of suspicion. She is charged with high treason - SSU. PHOTOS The woman who attempted to assassinate volunteer and activist Serhii Sternenko on 1 May has been served with a notice of suspicion. 10 366 131 Previously in trend: Attack on Sternenko

Son of former Motor Sich president Bohuslaiev detained Son of former "Motor Sich" president Bohuslaiev detained in Monaco for embezzlement of company assets, - SSU. PHOTO The son of Motor Sich's former president, Oleksandr Bohuslaiev, has been detained. Together with his father, he is suspected of embezzling the company's assets. 15 329 46 Previously in trend: Bohuslaiev’s case

Attack on Serhii Sternenko. Woman detained Attempt was made on Sternenko’s life with firearm: SSU detained attacker. PHOTO The Security Service of Ukraine has prevented the murder of activist, volunteer and blogger Serhii Sternenko. 19 780 262 Previously in trend: Attack on Sternenko

SSU exposes four torturers of Armed Forces of Ukraine in Luhansk region Ukrainian prisoners tortured in Luhansk region: four Russian torturers exposed, - SSU. PHOTO The Security Service of Ukraine has served a notice of suspicion to four former employees of the penal colony in Sukhodilsk who, after the occupation of Luhansk region, collaborated with the enemy and participated in the torture of Ukrainian soldiers. 2 429 8 Previously in trend: Torture of POWs in Russian prisons

SSU drones struck Murom instrument-making plant SSU drones attacked Murom Instrument-Making Plant, - sources. VIDEO The Security Service of Ukraine's drones hit the Murom Instrument-Making Plant, which serves the Russian occupiers' fleet and aviation. 4 914 26 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russian regions

Woman walked with her child and corrected strikes in Zhytomyr region Russian agent detained in Zhytomyr region for adjusting fire while walking with child A 22-year-old resident of Korosten, Zhytomyr region, who was adjusting missile and drone attacks by Russian troops, has been detained. 3 904 15 Previously in trend: Detention of adjusters

Defense plant executives detained Over 120,000 faulty mortar shells for AFU: SSU detains executives of defense plant in Dnipropetrovsk region. VIDEO&PHOTOS SSU detains executives of a defense plant in the Dnipropetrovsk region that supplied faulty mortar shells to the Armed Forces. 12 636 57 Previously in trend: defective ammunition for frontline

The sentence to the FSB agent was announced in Sumy. Details from the SSU Spying on Defense Forces in Sumy region: FSB agent sentenced to 15 years in prison – SSU An FSB agent who had been spying on the Defense Forces in the Sumy region was sentenced to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property. 608 3 Previously in trend: Sentences for high treason

Traitor from Pervomaisk Official of Pervomaisk City Council turned out to be agent of Russian Federation and spied on defenders of southern region, - SSU. VIDEO&PHOTOS SSU CI detained another Russian agent in Mykolaiv region. It was a 57-year-old employee of one of the departments of Pervomaisk City Council who was spying on the defenders of the southern region. 5 484 20 Previously in trend: Disclosure of collaborators

couple who was preparing terrorist attacks in city was detained in Dnipro Contract soldier and his wife who were preparing terrorist attacks in Dnipro have been detained, - SSU. PHOTOS A couple who was preparing terrorist attacks on behalf of Russia was detained in Dnipro. 8 524 20 Previously in trend: countering terrorist attacks

Adjuster was detained in Sloviansk. Details from SSU He was adjusting strikes on Defence Forces: SSU detained FSB agent in Sloviansk An FSB informant who was adjusting Russian strikes on the Defence Forces in the areas of Sloviansk and Kramatorsk was detained in Donetsk region. 1 142 7 Previously in trend: Detention of adjusters

Traitor from Bakhmut spied in Cherkasy region SSU: Traitor from Bakhmut adjusted enemy attacks in Cherkasy region. PHOTO SSU detained another FSB agent in the Cherkasy region. It was a 42-year-old IDP from Bakhmut, who moved to the central region of Ukraine in autumn 2022 and later started working for the occupiers. 2 855 17 Previously in trend: Disclosure of collaborators

persons involved in the bridge fraud At least UAH 153 million embezzled from Kyiv city budget during construction of Podilskyi Bridge – SSU. PHOTO The Security Service and the BES documented new facts of embezzlement from the Kyiv city budget. According to the case, the offenders embezzled at least UAH 153 million, which were intended for the construction of the Podilskyi Bridge over the Dnipro River. 2 079 19

SSU detained GRU agent who had spied on Ukrainian airfields Prepared strikes on AFU airfields in western Ukraine: GRU agent detained, - SSU. PHOTOS SSU CI jointly with the National Police detained an agent of the Russian military intelligence (GRU), who was operating in Khmelnytskyi region. 7 609 21 Previously in trend: High treason Detention of adjusters spying in favor of Russia

Traitor from Chernihiv region Unemployed Russian agent who set "video traps" and prepared enemy air strike on railway in Chernihiv region, detained - SSU. PHOTOS The SSU Military Counterintelligence prevented a new attempt by Russian military intelligence to "cut off" the railway logistics of the Defence Forces in northern Ukraine. 19 414 24 Previously in trend: Disclosure of collaborators

war SSU Special Forces destroy 53 tanks, 78 armoured personnel carriers, 101 artillery systems and MLRS of occupiers in 2 weeks. VIDEO SSU soldiers stop Russian mechanised assaults. In just two weeks, they destroyed and damaged: 53 tanks, 78 armoured personnel carriers, 101 artillery systems and MLRS, 13 air defence systems, 5 electronic warfare systems, 810 vehicles, 40 UAVs and 225 communication antennas, 610 enemy positions and fortifications, 15 ammunition depots and 1 fuel and lubrication depot. 3 042 7 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Dangers during Easter. What the SSU recommends Avoid mass gatherings and report suspicious individuals: SSU issues recommendations for Easter SSU urges citizens to avoid mass gatherings during Easter 837 12 Previously in trend: Easter

Former head of the Brovary Military State Administration Volodymyr Maibozhenko is detained for trafficking men abroad Former head of Brovary DSA Maibozhenko detained for smuggling draft dodgers abroad – SSU. PHOTOS The SSU in the Kyiv region exposed a channel for smuggling military-age men abroad, involving the former head of the Brovary District State Administration (DSA) Volodymyr Maibozhenko. Together with an accomplice, he helped men go abroad under the guise of volunteers. 2 371 16 Previously in trend: Draft evaders smuggling across the border Traffic accident with Maibozhenko

SSU detains Russian spy preparing terrorist attacks in Kyiv city centre He was preparing terrorist attacks near defence ministries in Kyiv: covert FSB agent detained, - SSU. VIDEO&PHOTOS SSU cyber specialists detained a covert FSB agent in Kyiv. He was a 47-year-old Russian citizen who worked as a sound engineer at a well-known radio station in Ukraine and simultaneously performed tasks for the Russian special service. 3 787 8 Previously in trend: countering terrorist attacks Recruited FSB agents

Schemes for evaders exposed Fake medical reports on disability and severe mental disorders: New "schemes for evaders" shut down in Odesa region - SSU. PHOTOS Three new schemes of mobilisation evasion in Odesa region were dismantled. As a result of complex measures, the organisers of the schemes, including three heads of the regional mental health centre, were detained. 1 190 4 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization forgery of documents

Deputy Head of Kyiv City State Administration exposed in scheme to smuggle evaders Smuggled evaders abroad: suspicion served on Klitschko’s deputy Prokopiv - SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine and the National Police exposed the deputy head of the Kyiv City State Administration on organising the illegal transfer of men of military age abroad under the guise of humanitarian missions. 3 230 18 Previously in trend: Draft evaders smuggling across the border

SSU exposes Russian subversive groups in Kyiv and Kharkiv They destroyed power facilities and vehicles of AFU on order of Russia: two groups of arsonists detained in Kyiv and Kharkiv regions - SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine and the National Police exposed two subversive groups that carried out arson attacks in Kyiv and Kharkiv on the instructions of Russian special services. 4 363 20 Previously in trend: Russia’s recruitment of Ukrainians for sabotage

traitors were preparing terrorist attacks Nine Russian agents who were preparing terrorist attacks in Ukraine were detained. Five of them are minors - SSU. PHOTOS The SSU neutralised a new extensive FSB agent network operating in four regions of Ukraine. The operation resulted in the detention of 9 agents who were preparing terrorist attacks and sabotage on Russia's order. 4 063 42 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

SSU and National Police expose rector of UOC-MP church who privatised church in Kyiv region UOC-MP cleric exposed for "privatizing" church and property worth over UAH 7 million in Kyiv region – SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service and the National Police exposed a cleric of the UOC-MP on the illegal alienation of a church in the Kyiv region. 5 088 26 Previously in trend: Detention of UOC-MP clerics

sentence SSU: Russian agent who prepared missile attack in Cherkasy region to spend 15 years in prison Another FSB agent who spied in the Cherkasy region was sentenced to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property based on the SSU evidence base. 626 0 Previously in trend: Disclosure of collaborators

saboteurs from Vinnytsia Russian GRU agents who planned to blow up military vehicle and police administrative building in Vinnytsia, detained - SSU. PHOTOS SSU CI prevented new attempts by ruscists to carry out a series of explosions in Vinnytsia. The special operation resulted in the detention of three agents of Russian military intelligence who were preparing to blow up an Armed Forces vehicle and a police administrative building. 1 937 9 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

traitor from yavoriv training ground Yavoriv training ground instructor worked for enemy and prepared murders of Ukrainian servicemen - SSU. PHOTO The SSU Military Counterintelligence, with the assistance of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, detained a Russian "double" agent in Lviv region who was simultaneously working for the FSB and Russian military intelligence. 9 302 26 Previously in trend: spying in favor of Russia

SSU detains Russian agent in Dnipro who spied for the Armed Forces of Ukraine She spied on echelons of Armed Forces of Ukraine through "video trap" in birdhouse: SSU detains Russian agent in Dnipro. PHOTOS Another Russian agent who spied on military echelons and adjusted the missile and drone strikes of the Ruscists was detained in Dnipro. 6 683 32 Previously in trend: Detention of adjusters

SSU detains UOC-MP cleric who agreed to spy for FSB in Donetsk region He spied for FSB on Ukrainian Armed Forces positions in Donetsk region: UOC-MP cleric detained, - SSU. PHOTOS SSU CI detained another FSB agent in Donetsk region. He was a 58-year-old archpriest of the Pokrovsk vicariate of the UOC (MP), who was adjusting Russian strikes against Ukrainian defenders. 2 096 13 Previously in trend: spying in favor of Russia

SSU Corrected missile strikes on his colleagues from Armed Forces: SSU: Russian GRU mole gets 15 years in prison Based on the SSU's evidence base, another Russian military intelligence agent (better known as a GRU), who operated in the Zhytomyr region, was sentenced to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property. 2 358 8 Previously in trend: Recruited FSB agents

Arsonists detained SSU detains 13 more arsonists who destroyed Ukrzaliznytsia facilities and military vehicles on Russia’s order. PHOTOS The SSU and the National Police detained another 13 FSB accomplices who committed arson attacks in different regions of Ukraine. The main targets were Ukrzaliznytsia's energy facilities and the military vehicles of the Defence Forces. 2 033 15 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

Russian agents from Khmelnytskyi region Russian drug agent and her partner were preparing terrorist attacks against 8 deputies of Kamianets-Podilskyi City Council - SSU. PHOTO The SSU CI detained two FSB agents who were preparing explosives for terrorist attacks against eight deputies of the Kamianets-Podilskyi City Council in Khmelnytskyi region. 3 264 20 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine Terrorist attacks by Russian special services in Ukraine