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Ukraine continues to grapple with the threat of terrorist attacks, primarily orchestrated by Russian agents. The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has intensified its counter-terrorism operations, recently foiling several planned attacks. In Rivne, a Russian agent plotted an explosion targeting government infrastructure, but was apprehended before executing the plan. Similarly, an attack near the Stryi District TCR in the Lviv region was prevented with the swift detention of suspects. These incidents underscore the persistent threat of terrorism, emphasizing the need for ongoing vigilance and proactive measures to safeguard public safety and national security. The SSU's proactive interventions have become a crucial defense line against terrorist threats within Ukraine.

How has the SSU thwarted recent terrorist attacks in Ukraine?

The SSU has ramped up operations to intercept attacks. Notable successes include the arrest of agents planning bombings in strategic locations, preventing potential casualties and damage. Their efforts highlight the critical role of intelligence and quick response in counter-terrorism.

What measures is Ukraine taking to prevent terrorist activities?

Ukraine is enhancing its counter-terrorism strategies, focusing on intelligence operations, interagency cooperation, and public awareness. President Zelenskyy has also initiated a new concept to bolster these efforts, aiming to preempt future threats through rigorous security protocols.

Who are the primary perpetrators behind these terrorist acts in Ukraine?

The primary perpetrators are often linked to Russian intelligence agencies. Many apprehended suspects are found to be either recruited or coerced into plotting attacks by Russian operatives, targeting infrastructure and personnel to destabilize the region.

What are the common targets for terrorist attacks in Ukraine?

Terrorist attacks often target government buildings, military personnel, and critical infrastructure. By focusing on these, perpetrators aim to cause disruption and fear, challenging public safety and the state's stability.

What role does international cooperation play in Ukraine's counter-terrorism efforts?

International cooperation is vital for Ukraine's counter-terrorism strategy. Sharing intelligence and best practices with global partners enhances Ukraine's ability to anticipate, prevent, and respond to terrorist threats effectively, aligning with global security initiatives.

How are citizens and local authorities responding to the threat of terrorism in Ukraine?

Citizens and local authorities are increasingly vigilant, participating in community awareness initiatives and cooperating with law enforcement. This collaboration fosters a robust civic environment that aids in the early identification and reporting of suspicious activities.

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Student was preparing to blow up bus carrying military personnel in Rivne on behalf of Russian Federation, - SSU. VIDEO&PHOTOS Student was preparing to blow up bus carrying military personnel in Rivne on behalf of Russian Federation, - SSU. VIDEO&PHOTOS The SSU has detained a Russian agent in Rivne – a student at a university in the capital who, acting on instructions from the Russian security services, attempted to blow up a bus carrying Ukrainian Armed Forces personnel. 8 016 81 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine Attempted terrorist attack

Administrator of Telegram channel who urged subscribers to carry out terrorist attacks has been detained in Kyiv, - SSU. PHOTOS Administrator of Telegram channel who urged subscribers to carry out terrorist attacks has been detained in Kyiv, - SSU. PHOTOS The SSU, with the assistance of the US FBI, has detained in Kyiv the founder and administrator of an extremist Telegram channel who called for terrorist attacks against law enforcement officers in Ukraine and abroad. 3 603 14 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine

SSU has exposed minor who, on behalf of Russian Federation, manufactured bomb for terrorist attack in Khmelnytskyi. PHOTOS SSU has exposed minor who, on behalf of Russian Federation, manufactured bomb for terrorist attack in Khmelnytskyi. PHOTOS The Security Service’s counter-intelligence unit has foiled yet another terrorist attack in Khmelnytskyi. Following pre-emptive action, a minor acting as an agent for the Russian Federation, who was planning to blow up a soldier of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, has been detained. 2 178 8 Previously in trend: High treason Recruited FSB agents

SSU has prevented more than 400 terrorist attacks and acts of sabotage since start of great war, - Poklad SSU has prevented more than 400 terrorist attacks and acts of sabotage since start of great war, - Poklad During the years of full-scale war, the Security Service of Ukraine has prevented more than 400 terrorist attacks and acts of sabotage, including those targeting Ukrainian military personnel. 913 14 Previously in trend: countering terrorist attacks

Planned terrorist attack in centre of Rivne: SSU detains Russian agent. PHOTO Planned terrorist attack in centre of Rivne: SSU detains Russian agent. PHOTO In Rivne, the security services foiled a terrorist attack. A Russian agent was planning an explosion near one of the government buildings in the city centre. 2 205 10 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine Attempted terrorist attack

Terrorist attack near Stryi District TCR in Lviv region: explosive device thrown from car window – SSU Terrorist attack near Stryi District TCR in Lviv region: explosive device thrown from car window – SSU The Security Service of Ukraine’s counterintelligence unit and the National Police detained two Lviv region residents shortly after the terrorist attack near the administrative building of the Stryi District Territorial Centre of Recruitment and Social Support (TCR and SS) on September 17. 3 805 117 Previously in trend: explosions in TCR countering terrorist attacks

Explosion outside TCR in Lviv region: SSU detains two men who carried out terrorist attack Explosion outside TCR in Lviv region: SSU detains two men who carried out terrorist attack An explosion occurred outside the Stryi District Territorial Centre of Recruitment and Social Support (TRC and SS) in Mykolaiv, Lviv region, on 17 September. The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) classified the explosion as an act of terrorism and has detained two suspects. 5 713 36 Previously in trend: explosions in TCR

SSU has detained Russian agent who was planning terrorist attack in Izmail: he had manufactured 10-kilogram bomb. PHOTOS SSU has detained Russian agent who was planning terrorist attack in Izmail: he had manufactured 10-kilogram bomb. PHOTOS The SSU has exposed a Russian agent who was planning to blow up an administrative building in Izmail. He had manufactured an explosive device with a yield of 10 kg in TNT equivalent and was planning to detonate it remotely. 2 973 6 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack

Plotting terrorist attacks, arson and assassination attempt: former deputy head of State Emergency Service among suspects, - SSU. VIDEO&PHOTOS Plotting terrorist attacks, arson and assassination attempt: former deputy head of State Emergency Service among suspects, - SSU. VIDEO&PHOTOS A group planning terrorist attacks, arson and attempts on people’s lives in Ukraine has been uncovered. Among the suspects is a former deputy head of the State Emergency Service. 5 575 26 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine Detention of arsonists attempted murder

Zelenskyy on anniversary of September 11 tragedy in US: Terrorism must be met with response. PHOTO Zelenskyy on anniversary of September 11 tragedy in US: Terrorism must be met with response. PHOTO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his condolences on the anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks in the United States. 2 123 17 Previously in trend: countering terrorist attacks

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. 7 581 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... 16 928 89 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... 10 592 36 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. 5 768 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. 1 779 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. 3 893 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. 4 367 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. 5 405 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... 4 137 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. 3 345 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. 1 789 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. 10 819 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... 8 701 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. 4 065 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. 4 434 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... 824 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. 7 365 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". 1 582 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. 1 789 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. 14 846 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. 2 811 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. 2 136 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. 22 517 352 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. 5 311 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. 3 144 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. 2 563 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. 11 072 112 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. 8 236 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. 7 574 101 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. 7 371 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. 19 490 214 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... 34 827 196 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 . 10 057 103 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). 2 979 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. 6 438 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. 5 283 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. 5 342 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. 3 050 12 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack attempted murder

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