May 7th 2024.
It's no surprise that Ukraine is accusing Russia of trying to assassinate their President, Volodymyr Zelensky. The Ukrainian Security Service recently announced that they have arrested two agents who were part of a Russian plot to kill Zelensky. According to the SBU secret service, the two men were colonels who were recruited by their counterparts in Moscow, the FSB. The plan was allegedly a "gift" for Russian President Vladimir Putin. The SBU also claimed that the plot involved finding someone close to Zelensky's presidential guard who would then take him hostage and ultimately kill him.
The SBU chief, Vasyl Maliuk, and the head of GRU military intelligence, Kyrylo Budanov, were also said to be targets in the plot. Both of these officials work for Ukraine's state security service and are responsible for protecting top government officials. The arrested colonels are facing charges of treason and could potentially be sentenced to life imprisonment if convicted. The SBU has stated that the pair planned to use FPV drones, RPG-7 portable rocket launchers, and MON-90 anti-personnel mines.
In a separate incident, Ukrainian secret services have also uncovered a "network of agents" from the Russian FSB. They have arrested a Ukrainian colonel who is being interrogated for his involvement in a plot to assassinate Zelensky. The plan involved recruiting a spy within Zelensky's inner circle to gather information and observe his movements. The conspirators then planned to launch a missile strike at Zelensky's safe house, followed by kamikaze drone attacks. The SBU has also claimed that there was a plan to launch another missile to destroy evidence of the drone's use.
SBU chief Vasyl Maliuk has personally overseen the operation to track down these conspirators. He stated that the planned terrorist attack, which was supposed to be a gift to Putin before Zelensky's inauguration, was ultimately a failure for the Russian special services. However, he also warned that the enemy is strong and experienced, and should not be underestimated. The SBU will continue to work proactively to ensure that any traitors are brought to justice.
This is not the first time that Ukraine has accused Russia of attempting to assassinate Zelensky. In fact, the President himself has stated that there have been at least 10 attempts on his life since 2022. This comes as the war between Ukraine and Russia enters its third year. To stay updated on the latest news, follow us on Metro's Whatsapp community for breaking news and juicy stories.
Just last month, a Polish man was arrested on allegations of spying for Russia's military intelligence in a plot to assassinate Zelensky. Due to security reasons, the President's movements are kept secret, and his visits around the country are only announced after he has left. The news of events he holds in Kyiv is usually embargoed until they are over. Despite the constant threats against his life, Zelensky continues to be a valuable asset for Ukraine as the war against their powerful neighbor rages on. He has urged his people to keep fighting and has instilled a sense of belief that Ukraine can emerge victorious.
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