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Ukraine remains vigilant against the looming threat of terrorist attacks, with the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) actively engaged in thwarting numerous plots orchestrated by Russian special services. Recent activities highlight the extensive network of covert agents, including minors, recruited to execute these sinister plans. Notable interventions have occurred in cities like Dnipro, Kyiv, and Kharkiv, where various schemes to target national events, military installations, and public spaces were prevented. The SSU's proactive measures, including joint operations with the National Police, have led to the detention of many agents and the confounding of potential explosions. The situation underscores the critical need for heightened security and public awareness to mitigate such threats.

What measures are being taken to prevent terrorist attacks in Ukraine?

The Security Service of Ukraine, in collaboration with the National Police, is actively identifying and detaining agents involved in planning terrorist attacks. This includes enhancing security at checkpoints, patrolling public spaces, and conducting thorough inspections of vehicles to deter any potential threats.

Who are typically involved in executing these terrorist attacks?

Russian special services often recruit local agents, including minors, to execute their plans. These agents are tasked with coordinating explosive attacks, targeting key infrastructures, and spreading chaos within civilian populations across Ukraine.

How is the Ukrainian public being protected against these threats?

The SSU has increased public awareness through regular briefings and advisories, urging citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities. Security forces have stepped up measures in high-risk areas, especially during major public events.

What are some recent successful interventions against these attacks?

Recent successes include the prevention of explosive attacks in cities like Dnipro, Lviv, and Kyiv. These interventions have involved the detention of several covert agents and the confiscation of explosive materials intended for terrorist acts.

Are there any specific regions in Ukraine more at risk of terrorist attacks?

Regions close to frontlines, such as Dnipropetrovsk, Mykolaiv, and Kharkiv, have been identified as high-risk areas due to their strategic significance. These regions have seen heightened efforts to thwart terrorist plots orchestrated by external agents.

What role do international entities play in addressing these threats?

International partnerships provide essential intelligence and technical resources, helping Ukrainian authorities better counter these threats. Collaborative efforts also facilitate the gathering of critical information on the operations of Russian agents within Ukraine.

How effective are community efforts in preventing terrorist activities?

Community vigilance plays an integral role. By reporting suspicious activities and maintaining high awareness levels, citizens add a valuable layer of security that supports ongoing efforts by the SSU and law enforcement agencies in preventing terrorist acts.

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Teenager was preparing terrorist attack at TCR in Kyiv 17-year-old FSB agent was preparing terrorist attack at TCR in Kyiv: he had already been under house arrest for setting fire to military vehicles, - SSU. VIDEO&PHOTOS The Security Service detained a 17-year-old FSB agent who was planning to blow up the administrative building of the TCR in Kyiv. 7 908 78 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

FSB is preparing terrorist attacks in Russia on 9 May. What is known FSB is preparing terrorist attacks during parades on 9 May in several regions of Russian Federation, - InformNapalm Russian special services are preparing a series of terrorist attacks in the regions of Russia during the 9 May parades. 6 198 30 Previously in trend: Terrorist attack in Russia

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. 8 578 20 Previously in trend: countering terrorist attacks

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. 3 790 8 Previously in trend: countering terrorist attacks Recruited FSB agents

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. 4 066 42 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

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. 1 940 9 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

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. 3 267 20 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine Terrorist attacks by Russian special services in Ukraine

woman was preparing terrorist attacks in Poltava region. She was detained by SSU She was preparing terrorist attacks near TCR and police: SSU detained Russian agent in Poltava region. PHOTOS A Russian agent who was preparing a series of terrorist attacks, including bombings near local administrative buildings of the Ukrainian military and law enforcement agencies, was detained in Poltava region. 4 002 16 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

MP Fedko was blown up in Dnipro. Terrorist attack is under investigation MP Fedko’s car blown up in Dnipro: investigation launched into terrorist attack. PHOTOS Law enforcers are investigating the explosion of a deputy's car in Dnipro as a terrorist attack. 12 979 38 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

Attempted terrorist attack in Kamianske, Dnipro region, foiled SSU: Russian special services planned to blow up girl with explosives in Kamianske. PHOTOS A terrorist attack was prevented in the city of Kamianske in the Dnipropetrovsk region. An agent of the Russian special services was detained. 8 484 30 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

preparing terrorist attack in Lviv SSU detains enemy agents preparing terrorist attack in Lviv police station. PHOTO The SSU jointly with National Police prevented another terrorist attack by Russian military intelligence in Lviv. The special operation resulted in the detention of two enemy agents who were planning to blow up the administrative building of the local police department. 2 865 19 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine countering terrorist attacks

SSU detains men planning terrorist attacks in Dnipropetrovsk region Planned terrorist attacks in Dnipropetrovsk region: SSU detains two Russian agents. PHOTOS New terrorist attacks were prevented in Dnipropetrovsk region. Two Russian agents were detained who were planning to organise at least two explosions. 2 800 5 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

Security is being strengthened in Mykolaiv region Security measures have been stepped up in Mykolaiv region: possible threats of terrorist attacks Law enforcement officers in Mykolaiv region have stepped up control at checkpoints, in public places and during mass events. They are also checking vehicles, patrolling areas to identify suspicious persons and objects near police stations, as well as additional stages of inspection. 875 11 Previously in trend: countering terrorist attacks

SSU detains FSB agent, whom ruscists tried to blow up near Kherson TCR secretly Attempted to blow up RTCR and SS building in Kherson: Russian agent detained, - SSU. PHOTO The SSU foiled another attempt by the FSB to carry out a terrorist attack in Ukraine. As a result of a special operation, a Russian agent who was preparing an explosion near the TCR in Kherson was detained. 2 731 10 Previously in trend: explosions in TCR Attempted terrorist attack

Azov denies that a brigade soldier was preparing a terrorist attack in Kryvyi Rih Azov denies that suspect in Kryvyi Rih terrorist attack was member of brigade The 12th Special Forces Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine "Azov" denied media reports that Valentyn Pidkovych, a suspect in the preparation of a terrorist attack in Kryvyi Rih, was allegedly a member of the brigade. 2 184 1

SSU prevents terrorist attack in Zaporizhzhia near military unit Russia was preparing terrorist attack on SSU Day in Zaporizhzhia: young couple of Russian agents detained. VIDEO+PHOTOS Russia's military intelligence (GRU) was preparing a terrorist attack in frontline Zaporizhzhia. An agent couple was detained who were preparing to detonate an improvised explosive device (IED) near a local military unit on 25 March this year, the anniversary of the SSU's creation. 7 458 51 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

SSU detains in Lviv two Russian accomplices who tried to blow up a car of a Ukrainian soldier on the order of the enemy SSU: Russian agents detained in Lviv for planning to blow up Ukrainian soldier’s car. PHOTOS Two Russian agents who were preparing to blow up the car of a Defence Forces soldier were detained in Lviv. 4 432 24 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack Terrorist attacks by Russian special services in Ukraine

Russians recruit Ukrainian children for terrorist attacks In times of war, one should be doubly attentive to children, especially when enemy tries to use them - Nebytov Adults should talk to children and pay attention to them, especially now that the enemy is trying to recruit them to commit crimes. 480 5 Previously in trend: Recruitment of Ukrainian teenagers by Russia countering terrorist attacks

SSU prevents terrorist attack near TCR in Kryvyi Rih Ruscists planned to blow up their agent secretly near TCR in Kryvyi Rih - SSU. PHOTO A Russian agent was detained in Kryvyi Rih who was preparing an explosion near a local TCR on the orders of the FSB. 4 166 29 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

Schoolgirl wanted to commit terrorist attack near police station in Ternopil 14-year-old schoolgirl was to commit terrorist attack in Ternopil: Russians blackmailed her with naked photos, - SSU. PHOTOS A 14-year-old schoolgirl was detained in Ternopil, who was recruited by the occupiers and planned to blow up with explosives near the local district police station. 13 547 129

SSU detained GRU agent in Zaporizhzhia. He was supposed to make explosives GRU agent who was to make explosives for terrorist attacks was detained in Zaporizhzhia - SSU. VIDEO&PHOTOS A Russian GRU agent was detained in Zaporizhzhia, who was supposed to manufacture a number of explosive devices for terrorist attacks in the region. 3 394 8 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

Terrorist attack in Kharkiv region. SBU detains Russian accomplice SSU detains woman involved in terrorist attack in Kharkiv region that killed 15-year-old Russian agent and serviceman. PHOTOS An accomplice in the terrorist attack carried out by the Russian special services in the Kharkiv region in early February 2025 was detained. 5 783 8 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks by Russian special services in Ukraine

SSU prevents double terrorist attack in Mykolaiv She planned to commit double terrorist attack: SSU detains Russian agent in Mykolaiv. PHOTOS An FSB attempt to commit a terrorist attack was foiled in Mykolaiv. An agent who was preparing a double explosion in one of the city's residential areas was detained. 6 480 19 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

The explosions in Ivano-Frankivsk were organised by Russian special services Russia organized terrorist attack in Ivano-Frankivsk, recruiting two minors – SSU. VIDEO&PHOTOS Russia carried out a terrorist attack on 11 March 2025 in the centre of Ivano-Frankivsk. 32 248 156 Previously in trend: Explosion in Ivano-Frankivsk

Preparation for terrorist attack in Mykolaiv Russia was preparing terrorist attack near National Police building in Mykolaiv: 19-year-old traitor who was to plant explosives detained - SSU. PHOTO The Security Service and the National Police detained a 19-year-old Russian accomplice from Mykolaiv who, on the instructions of the enemy, was to commit a terrorist attack near the regional police department on 7 March 2025. 8 190 63 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks by Russian special services in Ukraine

SSU detains FSB agent who poisoned Armed Forces serviceman in Kharkiv FSB agent detained in Kharkiv: she had poisoned Armed Forces serviceman and was preparing terrorist attacks. PHOTOS In Kharkiv, the SSU CI detained a local IT specialist who poisoned an Armed Forces serviceman on the instructions of the FSB and manufactured explosives for terrorist attacks. 11 332 46 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks by Russian special services in Ukraine

Woman planned to commit terrorist attack near Rivne TCR She was preparing terrorist attack near TCR: SSU detained Russian agent in Rivne. PHOTOS A Russian agent who was preparing to detonate an improvised explosive device near the city's TCR was detained in Rivne. 4 057 28 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

SSU detains agent preparing terrorist attack in Odesa region Preparing terrorist attack in Odesa region: SSU detains 20-year-old drug addict. PHOTO A Russian agent who was preparing a terrorist attack was detained in the Odesa region. 2 595 13 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

SSU prevents terrorist attack in Zhytomyr He was preparing terrorist attack near ’Alley of Heroes’ Glory’: 16-year-old RF agent who was planning to detonate explosive device in centre of Zhytomyr detained – SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine jointly with the National Police detained a 16-year-old agent of Russian special services who was planning a terrorist attack in the centre of Zhytomyr. 4 559 98 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

Head of the SSU Vasyl Maliuk Russian special services were preparing terrorist attack in Kyiv construction hypermarket during rush hour - Maliuk Since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukrainian intelligence services have identified 102 Russian agent networks in Ukraine. 18 373 81

SSU detains Russian agent who staged terrorist attack in Odesa on 20 February He blew up car of military prosecutor in Odesa: 18-year-old FSB agent detained – SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service and the National Police detained an 18-year-old FSB agent in hot pursuit who had prepared a terrorist attack in the centre of Odesa on 20 February 2025 by blowing up the car of a prosecutor of the Specialised Defence Prosecutor's Office in the Southern Region. 7 906 53

Organisers of terrorist attack in Mykolaiv Terrorist attack in Mykolaiv: four underage enemy agents who blew up woman near cafe detained - SSU. PHOTOS Overnight, the Security Service and the National Police detained Russian intelligence agents who were preparing a terrorist attack in Mykolaiv on 14 February this year on Russia's orders. The SSU has collected relevant evidence against the suspects and fully documented their connection with the enemy. 10 140 49

Military of MAC were killed Three soldiers of Mine Action Centre were killed in terrorist attack (updated). PHOTO The Mine Action Centre reported the deaths of three servicemen as a result of a terrorist attack. 21 161 40

Afghan refugee drives into crowd in Munich Afghan refugee drives into crowd in Munich, at least 30 people injured On the eve of a security conference in Munich, Afghan refugee Farhad Noori, drove into a crowd at high speed. At least 30 people were injured, some of them seriously. Police detained the attacker. 8 865 65

SSU prevents terrorist attack against Defence Forces in Khmelnytskyi Preparing terrorist attack near the Defence Forces: SSU detains Russian agent in Khmelnytskyi. PHOTOS A terrorist attack by Russian special services was prevented in Khmelnytskyi. A Russian agent who was planning to plant explosives near the base of the Defence Forces was detained. 2 398 19

Woman helped Russian Federation to detonate explosives near veteran’s house She helped to detonate explosives near house of Armed Forces veteran: SSU detained Russian agent in Kharkiv. PHOTOS An agent of the Russian special services who committed a terrorist attack in Kharkiv in late January 2025 has been detained. 5 871 30

Terrorist attack near the TCR in Kamianets-Podilskyi. Details from the police Person who carried out bomb attack near TCR in Kamianets-Podilskyi is dead - National Police A person carrying explosives was killed in an explosion near the TCR in Kamianets-Podilskyi. 7 301 69

Terrorist attack in the Rivne TCR on 1 February: SSU tells about recruitment of agent by Russia Terrorist attack in Rivne TCR: Russian special services "covertly" recruited and deliberately blew up their agent – SSU Russian special services recruited a 21-year-old unemployed man from Zhytomyr region to organise a terrorist attack on the Rivne Regional TCR on 1 February 2025. 13 288 104

Organisers of terrorist attack near Pavlohrad TCR detained Terrorist attack near Pavlohrad TCR: SSU detains three Russian agents. PHOTOS A Russian intelligence group that committed a terrorist attack on 2 February 2025 was detained in Dnipropetrovsk region. 7 784 59

SSU prevents terrorist attack in Bukovyna: Russian agents detained They wanted to blow up police patrol on order of Russia: two drug traffickers who planned terrorist attack detained in Bukovyna (updated). PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine jointly with the National Police prevented a terrorist act against Ukrainian law enforcement officers, planned by agents of Russian special services in Bukovyna. 5 375 42

SSU detains two Russian agents who were preparing a terrorist attack near Rivne district police department They were preparing terrorist attack near Rivne district police department: SSU detained two 19-year-old Russian agents. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine prevented a terrorist attack in the centre of Rivne and detained two agents of the Russian security service who were preparing an explosion near the district police department. 5 108 59

Terrorist attack in center of Kyiv prevented Russian agent was preparing terrorist attack near building of SSU structural unit in center of Kyiv. She was detained. PHOTOS The SSU and investigators prevented a large-scale terrorist attack on one of the central crowded streets of Kyiv. 7 343 37

SSU detained Russian agents who were preparing terrorist attacks in Odesa region Series of terrorist attacks were being prepared in Odssa region: SSU detained Russian intelligence group. PHOTOS An agent group of the Russian special services, which was preparing a series of terrorist attacks in the Odesa region, was exposed. 2 978 8

Terrorist attack in Olenivka Prosecutor’s Office: Management of Olenivka colony deliberately committed actions that led to even greater losses of Ukrainian POWs The management of the Olenivka colony, together with representatives of the Russian Federal Penitentiary Service, deliberately committed actions that led to even greater losses of Ukrainian servicemen who suffered during the tragedy. It has been established that at least 9 people died as a result of the failure to provide proper medical care. 2 128 4

SSU prevents terrorist attack against police officers in Zhytomyr Explosive was hidden in toy: SSU prevents terrorist attack against police officers in Zhytomyr. PHOTOS A terrorist attack against law enforcement officers was prevented in Zhytomyr. Two Russian agents were detained. 4 345 14

Russian agent was preparing a terrorist attack in Odesa region She planted explosives near administrative building of AFU unit in Odesa region: RF agent detained - SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine thwarted an attempt by Russian special services to commit a bloody terrorist attack in the Odesa region. 5 337 18

The SSU detains FSB agents who wanted to blow up a tanker in Dnipro They wanted to blow up fuel tanker in Dnipro: SSU detains two FSB agents. PHOTOS The SSU and the National Police prevented a terrorist attack at a railway station in Dnipro, which was planned to be carried out on the order of the FSB. 13 462 12

SSU prevents mass terrorist attack among military in Kyiv region They planned mass terrorist attack among military in Kyiv region: SSU exposes Russian agent group. VIDEO+PHOTOS Russian special services were planning to organise a terrorist attack in Kyiv region. The SSU CI detained four members of the Russian agent network who were preparing to detonate explosives at the entrance to the building where one of the Defence Forces units is stationed. 8 386 23