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The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has been at the forefront of thwarting numerous terrorist attacks orchestrated by Russian special services. Recent prevention efforts included foiling an assassination attempt against a Kyiv defense enterprise head and detaining a student who built an explosive device targeting a military unit commander in the Poltava region. In Odesa, a 27-year-old Russian agent was arrested before executing a planned car bombing near administrative buildings. These pre-emptive actions underscore the continual threat posed by Russian intelligence services to Ukrainian security. The detentions highlight a strategy devoted to preventing terrorist attacks, further affirmed by court rulings imposing severe sentences on those convicted of planning such acts. Enhanced vigilance and countermeasures remain pivotal as Ukraine counters these ongoing security threats.

How does Ukraine prevent terrorist attacks?

Ukraine employs a multifaceted approach to prevent terrorist attacks, involving the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) and the National Police. These agencies conduct intelligence surveillance, infiltrate groups planning attacks, and detain suspects before they can act. They also engage in international cooperation to track and counter threats posed by foreign agents.

Who is responsible for recent terrorist threats in Ukraine?

Recent terrorist threats in Ukraine have predominantly been linked to Russian special services, including the FSB and GRU. These organizations have recruited agents within Ukraine to carry out attacks, targeting military and civilian infrastructures. The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia heightens these security challenges.

What are the typical methods used in planned terrorist attacks?

Planned terrorist attacks in Ukraine typically involve explosives, often improvised explosive devices (IEDs) targeting military installations, key political figures, and civilian establishments. These methods are designed to cause maximum disruption and fear, often orchestrated by agents connected to Russian intelligence services.

What legal actions are taken against captured terrorists?

Captured terrorists in Ukraine face significant legal repercussions, including lengthy imprisonments. Courts impose strict sentences on individuals convicted of planning or executing terrorist attacks, reflecting the severity of these crimes. Legal proceedings ensure accountability and aim to deter future threats.

How does the public receive information about terrorist threats?

The Ukrainian authorities keep the public informed about terrorist threats through timely announcements and press releases. The SSU and National Police update citizens on security measures, emphasizing the importance of public vigilance and cooperation in reporting suspicious activities. This transparency aims to reassure the public while maintaining national security.

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Representatives of Defense Forces unit attacked SSU employees: Prosecutor General’s Office launched investigation Representatives of Defense Forces unit attacked SSU employees: Prosecutor General’s Office launched investigation A pretrial investigation has been launched into threats against and attempts on the lives of law enforcement officers. 7 036 36 Previously in trend: Abduction of Stepan Kaplunov Conflict between the DIU and the SSU

SSU operatives came under armed attack while conducting investigative activities in case of FSB terrorist attack: attackers have been detained, and there are injuries, - official reports SSU operatives came under armed attack while conducting investigative activities in case of FSB terrorist attack: attackers have been detained, and there are injuries, - official reports As part of the pre-trial investigation into a terrorist act organized by the FSB of the Russian Federation, SSU officers carried out urgent investigative actions to collect and secure evidence. During a search at one of the addresses, a group of individuals carried out an armed attack on the... 15 190 87 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine Abduction of Stepan Kaplunov

FSB terrorist attack against Russian opposition figure in Ukraine foiled,- SSU (updated). VIDEO+PHOTO FSB terrorist attack against Russian opposition figure in Ukraine foiled,- SSU (updated). VIDEO+PHOTO The SSU, in collaboration with the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence, foiled a terrorist attack that the FSB of the Russian Federation was planning against one of the leaders of the Russian opposition political national movement, who had arrived in Ukraine to mark our... 10 053 35 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

Retired displaced person, acting on behalf of FSB, was planning murder of head of defence enterprise in Kyiv region: SSU foiled terrorist attack. VIDEO&PHOTOS Retired displaced person, acting on behalf of FSB, was planning murder of head of defence enterprise in Kyiv region: SSU foiled terrorist attack. VIDEO&PHOTOS The Security Service’s counter-intelligence unit and the National Police have foiled a terrorist attack by the Russian special services in the Kyiv region. Thanks to pre-emptive action, the assassination of the head of one of Ukraine’s defence industry enterprises was prevented. 5 630 20 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

Planned assassination attempt on military unit commander: Russian agent detained in Poltava region, - SSU Planned assassination attempt on military unit commander: Russian agent detained in Poltava region, - SSU A student recruited by Russian intelligence services built an explosive device and planned to kill the commander of a military unit. He was detained while attempting to set a truck on fire. 1 746 5 Previously in trend: Recruited FSB agents

Plotting terrorist attacks near administrative buildings in Odesa region: SSU detained 27-year-old Russian agent in Izmail. PHOTOS Plotting terrorist attacks near administrative buildings in Odesa region: SSU detained 27-year-old Russian agent in Izmail. PHOTOS A Russian agent has been detained in Izmail, in the Odesa region, who was planning to carry out car bombings targeting the Defence Forces near administrative buildings. 3 787 10 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine countering terrorist attacks

Planted explosives under serviceman’s car in Kyiv for $1,500: Woman sentenced to 9 years for terrorist attack ordered by Russia. VIDEO+PHOTOS Planted explosives under serviceman’s car in Kyiv for $1,500: Woman sentenced to 9 years for terrorist attack ordered by Russia. VIDEO+PHOTOS A 24-year-old Kyiv woman has been found guilty of committing a terrorist attack in Kyiv’s Obolon district. The court sentenced her to nine years in prison with confiscation of property. 4 302 19 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine burning military cars

Russian special services are recruiting citizens to carry out terrorist attacks through scheme involving dietary supplements, - Nebytov Russian special services are recruiting citizens to carry out terrorist attacks through scheme involving dietary supplements, - Nebytov The Russians have started using a new fraudulent scheme against Ukrainians. Now, when buying dietary supplements, people risk not only losing their savings but also being drawn into committing a particularly serious crime. 5 310 16 Previously in trend: Russia’s recruitment of Ukrainians for sabotage

Terrorist attacks in Odesa on 28 July: SSU and National Police detain three Russian agents. VIDEO&PHOTOS Terrorist attacks in Odesa on 28 July: SSU and National Police detain three Russian agents. VIDEO&PHOTOS Within 24 hours, the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) and the National Police detained the perpetrators of both terrorist attacks carried out in Odesa on 28 July this year. They were three Russian agents who planted improvised explosive devices under the cars of a Ukrainian serviceman and a... 4 091 11 Previously in trend: Terrorist attack in Odesa Car explosion

Russia was planning double terrorist attack in Ivano-Frankivsk, - SSU. PHOTOS Russia was planning double terrorist attack in Ivano-Frankivsk, - SSU. PHOTOS Russian security services were planning a double bombing in a residential complex in Ivano-Frankivsk. The perpetrator was recruited via Telegram, and the explosives were to be disguised as kitchen pots. 3 291 7 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks by Russian special services in Ukraine

FSB agents who carried out terrorist attack in Kamianets-Podilskyi have been sentenced to life imprisonment and 15 years’ imprisonment. PHOTOS FSB agents who carried out terrorist attack in Kamianets-Podilskyi have been sentenced to life imprisonment and 15 years’ imprisonment. PHOTOS Based on evidence gathered by the Security Service, two FSB agents who had planned to detonate a homemade bomb near the TCR building in Kamianets-Podilskyi in February 2025 have been sentenced to prison terms. 1 734 1 Previously in trend: High treason

"Woke up and was f#cking gobsmacked," – Kyivstoner’s first comment to Ukrainian journalists on FSB accusations. VIDEO "Woke up and was f#cking gobsmacked," – Kyivstoner’s first comment to Ukrainian journalists on FSB accusations. VIDEO While the FSB is searching for the organizers of the "terrorist attack" in the Moscow region, Censor.NET found the main suspect and called him. Here is how Kyivstoner responded to the Russian security services’ accusations in his first comment to Ukrainian journalists. 10 753 37

Rapper Kyivstoner explained his involvement in planning of explosions in Moscow region: "What f#cking terrorist attack? I was playing Dota!". VIDEO Rapper Kyivstoner explained his involvement in planning of explosions in Moscow region: "What f#cking terrorist attack? I was playing Dota!". VIDEO The Russian Federal Security Service has concocted yet another absurd hoax, claiming to have "foiled" a large-scale drone attack on a strategic defence industry facility in a residential area on the outskirts of Moscow. The Russian security service has officially named the well-known Ukrainian... 8 640 31 Previously in trend: FSB provocations

Russia has launched new fake story about "Ukrainian terrorist attack against its own population", - CCD. PHOTO Russia has launched new fake story about "Ukrainian terrorist attack against its own population", - CCD. PHOTO Russian propaganda is spreading a new fake story that the Ukrainian authorities are allegedly planning a large-scale terrorist attack against their own population in order to pin the blame on Russia. 4 035 17 Previously in trend: Russian fake news

Preparing terrorist attack near pedestrian zone on Independence Square: SBU detains Russian agents. PHOTOS Preparing terrorist attack near pedestrian zone on Independence Square: SBU detains Russian agents. PHOTOS Two Russian female agents have been detained in Kyiv whilst preparing an assassination attempt on a member of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. 4 380 15 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine countering terrorist attacks

Russian agent who was planning terrorist attacks in Kyiv has been sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment, - SSU Russian agent who was planning terrorist attacks in Kyiv has been sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment, - SSU Based on evidence gathered by military counter-intelligence and investigators from the Security Service of Ukraine, a Russian military intelligence agent (better known as the GRU), who was exposed by the SSU in June 2025 whilst preparing bombings in Kyiv, was sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment... 769 0 Previously in trend: Sentences for high treason countering terrorist attacks

FSB agents who were planning terrorist attack near administrative building in central Kyiv have been detained, - SSU. VIDEO+PHOTOS FSB agents who were planning terrorist attack near administrative building in central Kyiv have been detained, - SSU. VIDEO+PHOTOS The Security Service and the National Police have foiled a high-profile terrorist attack in Kyiv. Following pre-emptive operations, two FSB agents have been detained; they were planning to blow up one of the administrative buildings in central Kyiv. 7 314 17 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

Zelenskyy approves new concept for countering terrorism in Ukraine Zelenskyy approves new concept for countering terrorism in Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has enacted the decision of the National Security and Defence Council of 6 April 2026 "On the Concept for Countering Terrorism in Ukraine". 1 368 11 Previously in trend: countering terrorist attacks

Two people were injured in car explosion in Odesa: SSU is treating it as terrorist attack Two people were injured in car explosion in Odesa: SSU is treating it as terrorist attack The SBU has classified the car explosion in the Prymorskyi District of Odesa as a terrorist act and has already opened a criminal investigation into the matter. 1 773 1 Previously in trend: Explosion in Odesa

Terrorist attack in Kyiv: investigation has established the timeline and new details about the attacker Terrorist attack in Kyiv: investigation has established the timeline and new details about the attacker Law enforcement officers have reconstructed the events surrounding the mass shooting in Kyiv, which left seven people dead. An investigation into the motives and circumstances of the crime is ongoing. 14 772 98 Previously in trend: Shooting in Kyiv

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. 2 741 7

Servant of People’s Arakhamiia: Issue of replacing Interior Minister Klymenko is not being considered now Servant of People’s Arakhamiia: Issue of replacing Interior Minister Klymenko is not being considered now Davyd Arakhamiia, head of the Servant of the People faction, has said that attempts to politicise the incident in Kyiv’s Holosiivskyi district are groundless. 2 087 21 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

Police officer Dudina, who is accused of fleeing during terrorist attack in Kyiv, was medic during Revolution of Dignity, - media. PHOTO Police officer Dudina, who is accused of fleeing during terrorist attack in Kyiv, was medic during Revolution of Dignity, - media. PHOTO Police officer Anna Dudina, who is suspected of professional negligence in connection with her actions during the terrorist attack in Kyiv on 18 April, does not work for the patrol police and took part in the Revolution of Dignity as a medic. 22 490 352 Previously in trend: Shooting in Kyiv

Draft resolution on dismissal of Interior Minister Klymenko appears in Rada Draft resolution on dismissal of Interior Minister Klymenko appears in Rada A draft resolution on the dismissal of Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine. 5 286 56 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

17-year-old boy prepared double terrorist attack near police station in Kremenchuk – SSU. PHOTOS 17-year-old boy prepared double terrorist attack near police station in Kremenchuk – SSU. PHOTOS A 17-year-old boy who was preparing two explosions in Kremenchuk, Poltava region, on Russia’s orders has been detained. 3 111 11 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

After terrorist attack in Kyiv, police rules on use of weapons and response protocols must be reviewed, Zelenskyy says After terrorist attack in Kyiv, police rules on use of weapons and response protocols must be reviewed, Zelenskyy says President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the police must review all response protocols, training rules, and rules on the use of weapons to protect people. These steps are prompted by the terrorist attack in Kyiv on April 18, in which civilians were killed. 2 501 36 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine Shooting in Kyiv

Two police officers who fled during terrorist attack in Kyiv have been notified of suspicion – Kravchenko. VIDEO from bodycams Two police officers who fled during terrorist attack in Kyiv have been notified of suspicion – Kravchenko. VIDEO from bodycams Two officers of the Kyiv Patrol Police Department have been notified of suspicion over their actions during the April 18 terrorist attack. They are accused of official negligence. 10 993 112 Previously in trend: Shooting in Kyiv

Terrorist attack in Kyiv: Ihor Savchenko, musician with band "Druhe Sontse," has been killed Terrorist attack in Kyiv: Ihor Savchenko, musician with band "Druhe Sontse," has been killed Ihor Savchenko, a musician with the band "Druhe Sontse," was killed in a terrorist attack in the Holosiivskyi district of Kyiv on April 18. 8 195 12 Previously in trend: Shooting in Kyiv

Following terrorist attack in Kyiv, Klymenko will make personnel decisions across entire chain of command, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO Following terrorist attack in Kyiv, Klymenko will make personnel decisions across entire chain of command, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy heard a report from Interior Minister Klymenko on the investigation into the shooting in Kyiv. 7 516 101 Previously in trend: Shooting in Kyiv

Actions of certain police officers during terrorist attack in Kyiv are disgrace to system. Disciplinary measures will be taken against senior officers, — Klymenko Actions of certain police officers during terrorist attack in Kyiv are disgrace to system. Disciplinary measures will be taken against senior officers, — Klymenko The police officers who fled during the terrorist attack in Kyiv acted shamefully. They have already been suspended. 7 313 91 Previously in trend: Shooting in Kyiv

Police officers who fled during the attack in Kyiv have been suspended. An internal investigation has been launched, - Vyhivskyi Police officers who fled during the attack in Kyiv have been suspended. An internal investigation has been launched, - Vyhivskyi An internal investigation has been launched following instructions from Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko regarding the actions of patrol officers at the scene of a shooting in the Holosiivskyi district of Kyiv. 19 413 214 Previously in trend: Shooting in Kyiv

Police officers fled after shooting, leaving victim of terrorist attack in Kyiv without assistance: Klymenko demands an internal investigation. VIDEO Police officers fled after shooting, leaving victim of terrorist attack in Kyiv without assistance: Klymenko demands an internal investigation. VIDEO The Minister of Internal Affairs, Ihor Klymenko, has instructed the Head of the National Police of Ukraine, Ivan Vyhovskyi, to conduct an internal investigation into the actions of police officers during the terrorist attack in Kyiv and to provide all relevant information to the State Bureau of... 34 771 196 Previously in trend: Shooting in Kyiv

Shooting in Kyiv has been classified as terrorist attack, - Kravchenko Shooting in Kyiv has been classified as terrorist attack, - Kravchenko An investigation has been launched under the section of the Criminal Code relating to terrorist acts following the shooting of civilians and the taking of hostages in the Holosiivskyi district of the capital . 10 009 103 Previously in trend: Shooting in Kyiv

Terrorist attack in Brovary: two detainees served with notices of suspicion, prosecution to seek detention without bail. PHOTOS Terrorist attack in Brovary: two detainees served with notices of suspicion, prosecution to seek detention without bail. PHOTOS Two individuals have been served with notices of suspicion over committing a terrorist act in Brovary (Part 2 of Article 258 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine). 2 905 13 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks by Russian special services in Ukraine

Terrorist attack in Brovary: perpetrators were hired by Russian special services for cash reward, - National Police. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS Terrorist attack in Brovary: perpetrators were hired by Russian special services for cash reward, - National Police. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS Police in the Kyiv region have arrested two suspects linked to the terrorist attack in Brovary. 6 384 36 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks by Russian special services in Ukraine

Terrorist attack occurred in Brovary, Kyiv Oblast: man injured, suspects detained Terrorist attack occurred in Brovary, Kyiv Oblast: man injured, suspects detained A terrorist attack occurred in Brovary, Kyiv Oblast, resulting in one man being injured. 5 217 8 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

Planned terrorist attack at gathering of Ukrainian military personnel: SSU detains Russian agent in Khmelnytskyi. PHOTOS Planned terrorist attack at gathering of Ukrainian military personnel: SSU detains Russian agent in Khmelnytskyi. PHOTOS A Russian agent who was planning a terrorist attack in the city centre has been arrested in Khmelnytskyi. 5 171 16 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

Planned to blow up one of leaders of the Employers’ Federation: SSU detains Russian agent in Kyiv. PHOTOS Planned to blow up one of leaders of the Employers’ Federation: SSU detains Russian agent in Kyiv. PHOTOS A Russian agent who was plotting an assassination attempt on one of the leaders of the Federation of Employers of Ukraine has been detained in Kyiv. 3 016 12 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack attempted murder

Pair of drug addicts were planning terrorist attack in Kharkiv on behalf of Russian Federation: they have been detained, - SSU. PHOTOS Pair of drug addicts were planning terrorist attack in Kharkiv on behalf of Russian Federation: they have been detained, - SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service’s counter-intelligence unit has foiled yet another terrorist attack in Kharkiv. Following pre-emptive measures, two Russian agents who were planning an explosion in the city centre have been detained. 2 558 9 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

Minor acting as agent for Russian Federation has been sentenced to five years in prison for plotting terrorist attack in Rivne Minor acting as agent for Russian Federation has been sentenced to five years in prison for plotting terrorist attack in Rivne A court in Rivne has sentenced a Russian agent who was planning a terrorist attack against Ukrainian military personnel. 2 455 16 Previously in trend: Recruitment of Ukrainian teenagers by Russia

SSU foiled terrorist attack in Odesa: Russian agent attempted to blow up lorry carrying power equipment. PHOTO SSU foiled terrorist attack in Odesa: Russian agent attempted to blow up lorry carrying power equipment. PHOTO The Security Service has foiled yet another terrorist attack in Odesa. Following pre-emptive measures, a Russian agent has been detained who was attempting to blow up a lorry carrying high-value equipment destined for a local heating supply facility. 4 041 20 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

SSU has detained FSB agent who was planning terrorist attacks against military in Khmelnytskyi. PHOTOS SSU has detained FSB agent who was planning terrorist attacks against military in Khmelnytskyi. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine has exposed and detained an FSB agent who was planning a series of terrorist attacks against Ukrainian military personnel in Khmelnytskyi. 4 019 7 Previously in trend: burning military cars Recruited FSB agents

Terrorist attack in Bucha: suspect Tymchenko remanded in custody until 21 May Terrorist attack in Bucha: suspect Tymchenko remanded in custody until 21 May The Solomyansky District Court has imposed a pretrial restraint on a suspect in the terrorist attack in Bucha, which left two law enforcement officers injured. 1 925 6 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

Perpetrator of terrorist attack in Bucha was promised 25,000 hryvnias for each explosion, - police Perpetrator of terrorist attack in Bucha was promised 25,000 hryvnias for each explosion, - police Law enforcement authorities identified and detained a suspect believed to be involved in the explosions in Bucha less than two hours after the incident. According to the investigation, Russian intelligence services promised him a reward of 25,000 hryvnias for each explosion. 2 946 10 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

Terrorist attack in Bucha: 21-year-old suspect detained. Information available on others involved. VIDEO+PHOTO Terrorist attack in Bucha: 21-year-old suspect detained. Information available on others involved. VIDEO+PHOTO A 21-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with a terrorist attack in Bucha, Kyiv Oblast. Proceedings have been initiated. 14 750 63 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

Two teenagers attempted to blow up car carrying soldiers in Poltava, - SSU. PHOTO Two teenagers attempted to blow up car carrying soldiers in Poltava, - SSU. PHOTO Two minors have been detained in Poltava after attempting to blow up Ukrainian soldiers on behalf of the Russian Federation. 4 962 37 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

18-year-old drug addict was planning terrorist attacks near administrative buildings in Kharkiv, - SSU. PHOTO 18-year-old drug addict was planning terrorist attacks near administrative buildings in Kharkiv, - SSU. PHOTO An 18-year-old man was planning a series of terrorist attacks in Kharkiv on behalf of the Russian Federation. 2 207 16 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

SSU foiled terrorist attack in centre of Dnipro: Russian agent detained. PHOTOS SSU foiled terrorist attack in centre of Dnipro: Russian agent detained. PHOTOS A Russian agent has been arrested in Dnipro for planning a terrorist attack on one of the city’s main streets. 6 968 13 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

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