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Recent news has highlighted the detention of numerous arsonists across Ukraine, majority of whom have reportedly been acting under orders from the FSB. These arsonists have attempted to or have successfully set fire to significant infrastructures including military vehicles, administrative buildings, and public property. The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) in collaboration with the National Police has intensively pursued these cases, leading to multiple arrests. These efforts aim to mitigate further sabotage activities orchestrated by foreign entities. Among the detainees are individuals from various walks of life, including minors, who have been manipulated into these acts. The SSU continues to investigate and subdue these security threats.

What actions have been taken by Ukraine's authorities regarding arson activities?

Ukraine’s Security Service and National Police have intensified their operations against arsonists, leading to numerous arrests. These actions aim to address and curb acts of sabotage that target military and civil infrastructures, reportedly directed by Russian special services. Arrests include a range of individuals from various backgrounds and ages, such as minors misled into participating in these acts.

What are the main targets of the detained arsonists in Ukraine?

The primary targets have included military vehicles, facilities belonging to Ukrzaliznytsia, and homes of Ukrainian defense personnel. Arsonists have been paid or manipulated, often under false pretenses, to set fire to critical infrastructure that supports Ukraine's national defense and public service functions.

How has the SSU responded to FSB involvement in the arson attacks?

The Security Service of Ukraine has been proactively working in collaboration with the National Police to track down and detain individuals involved in these arson attacks. The focus has been on dismantling networks orchestrated by FSB which aim to compromise Ukraine’s stability. Their comprehensive response includes investigation, public awareness, and strategic arrests.

Who are typically involved in orchestrating these arson activities?

Those involved range from local residents and minors to foreign operatives. Russian special services have been implicated in hiring or coercing these individuals, presenting them with falsified objectives to execute destructive activities, thereby disturbing Ukraine’s security and societal peace.

Are there any legal consequences faced by the detained arsonists?

Yes, the arsonists face significant legal repercussions, including long-term imprisonment and asset confiscation. Legal proceedings are initiated against them based on the severity of their crimes, which include deliberate endangerment of public safety and collaboration with hostile intelligence entities.

Which regions in Ukraine have been most affected by these arson incidents?

The cities and regions that have witnessed significant incidents include Kyiv, Kharkiv, Vinnytsia, and regions under Ukrzaliznytsia operations. These regions have been prime targets due to their strategic importance to Ukraine’s infrastructure and military capabilities.

How does the involvement of minors impact the response to arson attacks?

The involvement of minors in these attacks has prompted authorities to consider psychological evaluation and rehabilitation measures alongside legal actions. Understanding the manipulation they face, authorities aim to offer corrective rather than purely punitive measures for younger individuals.

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A young man and woman burned three Teslas on order in Kyiv Young man and minor girl burned three Tesla cars in Kyiv on order, - prosecutor’s office. PHOTOS A 16-year-old girl and a 19-year-old boy were detained in Kyiv for burning three Tesla cars in the Sviatoshynskyi district on commission. 6 677 19 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

car arson Man who set fire to seven cars in Kyiv on behalf of Russian Federation detained, - police. PHOTOS Police detained a man who burned seven cars in the capital on order. 3 646 15 Previously in trend: burning military cars Detention of arsonists

In the Darnytskyi district, a Kyiv resident set fire to a car and a truck Kyiv resident torches car and truck "for fun" in Darnytskyi district; faces up to 10 years in prison. PHOTOS Officers of the Darnytskyi district police department detained a Kyiv resident who set two vehicles on fire in the district. 1 869 13 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

Two FSB agents convicted Two FSB agents sentenced to 15 years for setting fire to Ukrzaliznytsia facilities in Rivne region, - SSU Two FSB agents, who were detained by the SSU in June 2024, were sentenced to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property. They were involved in setting fire to Ukrzaliznytsia relay cabinets in the Rivne region. 720 4 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists Recruited FSB agents

Detention of FSB agent FSB agent detained who was supposed to set fire to building of Institute of National Memory in centre of Kyiv. PHOTOS TheSecurity Service of Ukraine jointly with the National Police detained a traitor who committed a car arson in Vinnytsia and planned another one in the government building in Kyiv. 1 938 8 Previously in trend: High treason Detention of arsonists

The suspect faces up to ten years in prison for his actions In Kyiv, 33-year-old man burned car that he mistakenly took for his abuser’s vehicle. PHOTOS In the Dniprovskyi district of Kyiv, a 33-year-old man set fire to a parked car at night because he mistook the vehicle for the one that had almost hit him on a street the other day. 3 414 12 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

The SSU and National Police detained three arsonists who set fire to Armed Forces vehicles in the Kyiv region Setting fire to Ukrainian Armed Forces vehicles: three criminals detained in Kyiv region, - SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service and the National Police have detained three more residents of Kyiv region who set fire to Ukrainian Armed Forces service vehicles on the orders of the FSB. 3 060 29 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

SSU detains six arsonists What is known They wanted to destroy AFU veteran’s home and Ukrzaliznytsia facilities: SSU detains six arsonists. PHOTOS Six Russian agents involved in arson attacks across various regions of Ukraine have been detained. The targets were the homes of Ukrainian defenders and their families, as well as energy facilities of Ukrzaliznytsia. 3 209 21 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

Arsonist sentenced to 15 years Female arsonist carrying out Russian orders in Kharkiv sentenced to over 15 years – SSU. PHOTO Based on materials from the Security Service and National Police, a Russian agent who committed arson attacks in Kharkiv was sentenced to 15 years and one month in prison with asset confiscation. 2 314 11 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists Recruited FSB agents

Burned cars in Kyiv Two men who burned down four cars in Shevchenkivskyi district of Kyiv have been detained. PHOTOS Two arsonists acting under contract were detained in Kyiv after torching four cars in the Shevchenkivskyi district. Prosecutors have filed charges against them. 1 754 1 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

Kyiv resident committed arson under orders of fake SSU agents He set fire to "traitor’s" apartment under orders of fake SSU agents: 20-year-old detained in Kyiv In Kyiv, law enforcement detained a 20-year-old local resident who was allegedly ordered by Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) operatives to set fire to the door of a person’s apartment. Russian special services presented that individual to the Kyiv resident as a "traitor." 3 321 25 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

Six arsonists detained in three regions of Ukraine Six arsonists detained in three regions, youngest is 13 – SSU. PHOTOS Six Russian accomplices involved in setting fire to Defense Forces vehicles and Ukrzaliznytsia infrastructure have been detained. 1 929 9 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

Man detained in Dnipro for setting fire to three Armed Forces vehicles Man detained in Dnipro for setting fire to three vehicles belonging to AFU servicemen. PHOTOS A man has been detained in Dnipro for setting fire to three vehicles owned by servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 2 359 7 Previously in trend: burning military cars Detention of arsonists

Another minor who set fire to a military vehicle has been exposed in Kharkiv Teenager recruited by Russian special services arrested for setting fire to military vehicle in Kharkiv. PHOTOS In Kharkiv, law enforcement officers exposed a 17-year-old boy who set fire to a Ukrainian serviceman's car on the night of 24 April. 1 950 12 Previously in trend: burning military cars Detention of arsonists

SSU exposes Russian subversive groups in Kyiv and Kharkiv They destroyed power facilities and vehicles of AFU on order of Russia: two groups of arsonists detained in Kyiv and Kharkiv regions - SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine and the National Police exposed two subversive groups that carried out arson attacks in Kyiv and Kharkiv on the instructions of Russian special services. 4 469 20 Previously in trend: Russia’s recruitment of Ukrainians for sabotage

Arsonists detained SSU detains 13 more arsonists who destroyed Ukrzaliznytsia facilities and military vehicles on Russia’s order. PHOTOS The SSU and the National Police detained another 13 FSB accomplices who committed arson attacks in different regions of Ukraine. The main targets were Ukrzaliznytsia's energy facilities and the military vehicles of the Defence Forces. 2 171 15 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

Seven minors set fire to relay cabinets of Ukrzaliznytsia SSU detains seven underage arsonists who destroyed relay cabinets of Ukrzaliznytsia. PHOTO Seven juvenile arsonists were detained who were acting on the instructions of Russia in the northern and central regions of Ukraine. 4 905 61 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists FSB recruits Ukrainian teenagers

electric car was burnt in Kyiv Perpetrator who set fire to car near Olimpiiska metro station in Kyiv detained - National Police. PHOTO Today, on 7 April 2025, at around 10:00 am, the police received information from passers-by that an electric car was on fire near the "Olimpiiska" metro station in Kyiv. 3 434 7 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

Student sets fire to military vehicle in Kharkiv Prosecutor’s office arrests student who set fire to Ukrainian soldier’s car in Kharkiv. PHOTO In Kharkiv, a student who set fire to the car of a Ukrainian soldier was exposed and taken into custody. 4 840 15 Previously in trend: burning military cars Detention of arsonists

Men tried to set fire to reception of Kyiv City Council deputy They wanted to set fire to MP’s reception on order of Russia: two men detained in Kyiv. PHOTOS Law enforcers detained two men in the capital who tried to set fire to the reception of a Kyiv City Council deputy on the orders of Russian special services. 2 996 24 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

car arsonists Six arsonists who carried out Russian orders in Kyiv and Cherkasy region detained - Prosecutor General’s Office. PHOTOS Under the procedural supervision of the Kyiv City and Cherkasy Regional Prosecutor's Offices, six citizens who committed arsons on the order of the enemy were served suspicion notices. 2 194 11 Previously in trend: burning military cars Detention of arsonists

More arsonists detained SSU detains eight arsonists who were acting on Russian orders across Ukraine. PHOTOS The Security Service and the National Police detained eight more arsonists who, on the orders of Russian special services, set fire to Ukrzaliznytsia facilities, military vehicles and administrative buildings in three regions of Ukraine. 1 988 13 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists