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The rise of explosive-related incidents in Ukraine continues to be a significant concern for authorities. From high-profile grenade attacks in Kyiv to the shocking discovery of explosives disguised as McDonald's burgers, safety threats pose ongoing challenges to law enforcement. Notably, the SSU and National Police have dismantled networks trafficking explosives, reinforcing a crackdown against illegal arms distribution. Meanwhile, drone-led operations against Russian forces and thwarted sabotage attempts underscore the persistent dangers facing civilians and military personnel alike. Vigilance remains essential as authorities uncover insidious plots threatening lives and infrastructure.
What measures are being taken to combat illegal explosives distribution in Ukraine?
Efforts to curb illegal explosives distribution involve a coordinated approach by the Security Service of Ukraine and National Police. Recent operations have led to the dismantling of five distribution channels for weapons and explosives, with organizers arrested to prevent further unlawful transactions.
How are drones impacting the current military operations involving explosives?
Drones play a crucial role in modern military operations, offering precise capabilities in delivering explosives against adversaries. Ukrainian military units increasingly utilize drones for strategic strikes and intelligence missions targeted at enemy positions, showcasing technological advancements in warfare.
What were the consequences of the grenade attack reported in Kyiv?
The grenade attack in Kyiv, motivated by a debt dispute, resulted in injuries to five individuals. The perpetrator faces severe legal repercussions, including life imprisonment, exemplifying the serious consequences of such violent acts within civilian areas.
How have recent explosives-related incidents affected civilian life in Ukraine?
Civilian life in Ukraine has been notably impacted by explosive-related incidents, with cases involving hidden explosives on repatriated soldiers and sabotage attempts near airports and populated areas. These instances underscore the urgent need for increased safety measures and public awareness.
What legal actions are taken against those involved in terrorist activities involving explosives?
Legal actions against individuals involved in terrorism with explosives are pursued rigorously. Sentences can include lengthy imprisonment terms, property confiscation, and, for some, life sentences, as seen in recent convictions pertaining to terrorist plots and actual attacks.
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Soldier on leave detonated grenade during confrontation in Sheptytskyi: there are casualties, and he has been detained. PHOTOS Police have arrested the suspect who detonated a grenade in Sheptytskyi, Lviv region. 4 537 55 Previously in trend: Explosion of grenade
Kyiv resident threw grenade at debtor’s feet: five people were injured, and attacker faces life imprisonment. VIDEO&PHOTOS Police in Kyiv have arrested a man who threw a live grenade at his friend’s feet over an unpaid debt. 4 629 15 Previously in trend: Explosion of grenade
SSU and National Police have uncovered five distribution channels for weapons and explosives in Ukraine. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine, in conjunction with the National Police, has dismantled a further five networks involved in the illegal sale of weapons, ammunition and explosives in various regions of the country. Law enforcement officers have arrested the organisers of these operations and... 1 064 6 Previously in trend: Arms and explosives trafficking
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. 4 339 19 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine burning military cars
Drone containing explosives was found near Ukrainian An-124 at Leipzig Airport: police suspect sabotage, - Bild. PHOTO On the night of 5 August, operations at Leipzig Airport were temporarily suspended. The cause of the flight delays was an unidentified object discovered near the runway. 4 959 9 Previously in trend: Russian sabotage
In Chernihiv, woman attempted to hand over explosives to military personnel, disguised as McDonald’s burger, - SSU. PHOTO In Chernihiv, law enforcement officers detained a woman who, according to preliminary reports, attempted to pass camouflaged explosives to military personnel at one of the checkpoints. The explosive device was concealed inside a McDonald’s burger. 6 792 20 Previously in trend: Illegal possession of weapons
Explosives technicians neutralize two PTM-3 mines dropped by Shahed drones near railway in Rivne region – National Police of Ukraine. VIDEO+PHOTOS In the Rivne region, Shahed drones likely dropped anti-tank mines near the railway. 2 986 4 Previously in trend: Shahed attack on Rivne region
Russian agent who was preparing to blow up gas pipeline in eastern Ukraine detained, - SSU. PHOTO The Security Service's counterintelligence prevented attempts by Russian forces to cut off heat supply to some households in the Kharkiv and Poltava regions. 3 051 6
Two vehicles hit mines in Zhytomyr border area: dead and wounded reported. PHOTOS Two vehicles hit explosive devices in the border area of Zhytomyr region, killing five people and injuring three others. 7 530 11 Previously in trend: Explosion on mine Detonation of explosive devices
Armed Forces officer was planned to be blown up in Odesa, and enemy agent was detained, - SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine foiled another terrorist attack that was to take place in Odesa on the orders of Russian special services. 10 430 38 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine
Two Russian agents who blew up prosecutor’s car in Dnipro have been detained, according to Office of Prosecutor General. PHOTO Two residents of Dnipro were served with a notice of suspicion of committing a terrorist act. 5 927 46 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine
Enemy starts using drones to scatter explosive objects – SES. PHOTO (updated) Russian troops have started using UAVs to scatter explosive objects. 6 386 13
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. 3 077 19 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine countering terrorist attacks
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. 4 922 98 Previously in trend: Attempted terrorist attack
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. 5 707 42
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. 7 602 37
Enemy train and 40 fuel tanks were destroyed in Zaporizhzhia region. This is joint operation of SSU, DIU, and SOF. VIDEO On 14 December 2024, our soldiers conducted a successful operation to destroy enemy logistics in the Zaporizhzhia sector. 17 206 38
Minor Russian agents detained who detonated explosives near Kyiv region police station - SSU. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS The Security Service and the National Police detained two juvenile Russian agents who were involved in terrorist activities by Russian special services. On 28 November this year, the suspects carried out a terrorist attack in the Vyshhorod district of Kyiv region. 7 262 35
Russian agents detained who detonated explosive device near Zhytomyr district police department. Law enforcement officer was injured - SSU. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS The Security Service and the National Police detained 5 Russian agents who committed a terrorist attack in the central part of Zhytomyr on 20 November this year. The explosion injured one law enforcement officer who was at the scene. 7 148 27
4 Russian agents, who planned terrorist attacks in Kyiv and Lviv by 9 May, will be tried - SSU. PHOTOS Prosecutors of the Lviv Regional Prosecutor's Office have sent to court an indictment against four Ukrainian citizens who, on the instructions of the Russian special services, planned a series of terrorist attacks in Kyiv and Lviv. 2 355 10
SES vehicle explodes on explosive in Donetsk region: three rescuers are injured. PHOTO Three rescuers from the Kharkiv region were injured due to an explosive device. 1 967 0
Tractor driver killed in Kherson region as result of explosives blast. PHOTOS A tractor driver was killed in a field in Kherson region as a result of a shell detonation. 2 151 3
Georgia announces discovery of 14kg of explosives allegedly transported from Ukraine to Russia. PHOTO The Georgian Security Service said it had seized a cargo of explosive devices allegedly being transported from Odesa, some of which were to be delivered to Voronezh in Russia. Georgian law enforcement officials said that Andriy Sharashidze, a candidate for the Odesa district council from the Servant of the People party, was allegedly involved in the transportation of the cargo. 9 209 41
Combine harvester explodes on explosives in Snihurivka, Mykolaiv region, injuring two men. PHOTOS In Mykolaiv region, a combine harvester exploded on an unidentified explosive device. Two men were injured in the explosion. 2 531 4
Bridges on Chongar were not blown up because of sabotage group of Russian Federation or wires damaged by mortar, - soldier Sestryvatovsky, who could not activate explosives. VIDEO For more than a year, the investigation has not yet questioned the main witness to the events at Chonhar, even though the criminal proceedings were registered in April 2022. His name is also unknown to the general public. 47 251 473
Car blew up on explosive device in Kharkiv region, woman died, three children were seriously injured, - RMA. PHOTOS Today, on 2 June, around 12:00, a car carrying a family with three children exploded on an unknown explosive device near the villages of Morozova Dolyna and Lemishchyno in the Bohodukhiv district of Kharkiv region. 5 616 4 Previously in trend: War
Man killed in Kharkiv region after running over an explosive device. PHOTOS In village of Shestakove, Kharkiv region, a 70-year-old man died after being blown up by an explosive device. 3 359 1
Collaborator Sushko - Gauleiter of Mykhailivka, Zaporizhzhia region - destroyed as result of car explosion. PHOTOS Local collaborator Ivan Sushko, who was appointed by the occupiers as the village head of Mykhailivka, Zaporizhzhia region, died as a result of a car bombing. 32 268 117 Previously in trend: War
Navy neutralized drifting anti-ship mine off Odessa coast. PHOTO Another mine was successfully defused by a unit of the Naval Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 4 092 3 Previously in trend: War
Сhildren played in sandbox and found an anti-personnel mine. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS During the games in the sandbox, the children found POM-2, a fragmentation anti-personnel mine of circular damage. 7 232 7 Previously in trend: War
In Chernihiv region car exploded on anti-tank mine, driver died, - National police. PHOTO Police are investigating the circumstances of a car explosion on the Chernihiv-Kyiv highway. 11 574 9 Previously in trend: War
Two servicemen killed in Donbas, blown up by explosive device – JFO HQ. PHOTO Two Ukrainian servicemen sustained fatal injuries after being blown up by an unknown explosive device in the area of the Joint Force Operation (JFO) in eastern Ukraine on Monday. 6 370 21 Previously in trend: War
SBU apprehends terrorists’ accomplice near Popasna, finds explosives, maps of troops’ positions. PHOTOS Operatives of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) apprehended an accomplice of terrorists in the Luhansk region. Satellite imagery of the Ukrainian soldiers’ positions and explosives were found after his house had been searched. 22 507 54
Terrorist attack prevented in Odesa as backpack with explosives found at Kulykove Pole, - Interior Minister Adviser Shkiriak. PHOTOS+VIDEO The units of the Interior Ministry are ready to face all challenges and will not allow destabilization or escalation. 45 877 80
Border guards found five grenade launchers, four grenades and eight TNT blocks in arms cache near front line. PHOTOS Officers of Ukrainian State Border Service found an arms cache near the front line in the Donetsk region. 4 445 4 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Terrorist attack prevented by SBU at Lviv railway, five people detained in special operation. PHOTOS Ukraine's Security Service has prevented explosions at three sections of Lviv railway road. An SBU officer has been wounded in the special operation. 95 796 128 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine
Interior Ministry bans religious procession’s movement through Kyiv, - Avakov. PHOTO The law enforcement officers interfered into the plan announced by the religious procession organizers due to security threats. 261 935 652
Drunken Russian passenger of Dubai - Kyiv flight claims bomb planted on board. PHOTOS One of the passengers of the plane heading from Dubai to the Kyiv international airport claimed that an explosive device was planted on board. The information was later disproved by SBU. 54 930 197
Two blasts in Brussels airport, casualties reported. VIDEO+PHOTOS Two explosions have struck the departures area of Zaventem airport in Brussels. The Belgian government has confirmed there are casualties but has given no numbers yet, BBC reports. 182 407 430 Previously in trend: Attacks in Brussels
Russian agent detained while rigging explosives on railroad bridge, - SBU. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine has detained a former police officer as he was planting an anti-tank mine under the rails on the bridge at the Pavlohrad-Lozova railroad section. 102 376 363 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine
Three people killed in minibus blast at Marinka checkpoint, - prosecutor's office. PHOTOS (updated) No confirmation of death of the fourth person in today's minibus blast at Marinka checkpoint has been received. The terrible accident claimed lives of three people: a driver, a woman, and a man who was injured and taken to hospital, but died later in Kurakhove city hospital. 54 595 59 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Civilian car tripped explosive device near Marinka, killing three, - ATO press center. PHOTO A minibus tripped an unidentified explosive device in Marinka district of the Donetsk region. 36 678 74 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Attack on power lines in ATO area, which could cause harm to field engineers, repairmen, and OSCE monitors, prevented, - ATO press center. PHOTOS Servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine apprehended a vehicle which was moving in the gray zone where experts were demining the ground and restoring the power lines. 24 906 38
Militants were preparing subversive and terrorist attacks in Ukriane; large cache with ammunition and explosives found near Shchastia, - ATO press-center. PHOTOS A cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives has been revealed on the outskirts of the city of Shchastia in the Luhansk region today, Nov. 13. 13 587 17
Cache of weapons and explosives found in Donbas. PHOTOS Four anti-tank grenade launchers, F-1, RGD-5 grenades with fuses, 270 rounds of 5.45-mm caliber were seized by militia near the village of Serhiivka in the Donetsk region. 9 013 62
Law enforcers seized explosives at checkpoint in Krasnoarmiisk. PHOTOS Two RGD-5 grenades, two detonators, and 420 cartridges for Kalashnikov rifle were found in a man's backpack. 9 900 14
Police seized weapons and ammunition in Obolon district in Kyiv. PHOTOS Owner of the found things turned out to be 24-year-old Yalta resident, who is also suspected of stealing a car in Kyiv. 13 844 38
Cache of weapons and ammunition uncovered in Marinka. PHOTOS Police have seized an antitank grenade launcher, three grenade launcher rockets, seven grenades with fuses, and more than 400 rounds of ammunition. The arsenal was hidden in a derelict burnt house. 15 330 17
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