Ukrainian security officials have thwarted an alleged plot to overthrow the government in Kyiv, arresting four civilians over the weekend. The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) claims the group planned to seize Parliament and replace military and civilian leadership.
Ukrainian security officials have thwarted an alleged plot to overthrow the government in Kyiv, arresting four civilians over the weekend. The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) claims the group planned to seize Parliament and replace military and civilian leadership.
Ukraine Foils Coup Plot, Arrests Four Civilians
The SBU began investigating the plot in May and said the "activists" were working under the guise of forming a peaceful rally in Kyiv on Sunday. The group allegedly intended to "force" the public to "choose a temporary government," according to Ukraine's Prosecutor General's office.
It is unclear if the group had any connections with Russian officials, though the SBU noted the scheme "would have played in Russia's hands." U.S. and European intelligence officials have accused Moscow of ramping up its covert campaigns against Kyiv and its international allies to undermine support for Ukraine.
Ukraine Foils Coup Plot, Arrests Four Civilians
The arrests come as Russia intensifies its attacks on Kyiv. Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly taking a new approach to striking the capital city, testing new tactics and looking for the right time, methods, and means.
The Kyiv City Military Administration has warned citizens not to ignore air raid sirens, despite the lack of ballistic and cruise missiles used in the latest attack on the city. The administration said debris from rockets poses a threat to human life.
Ukraine Foils Coup Plot, Arrests Four Civilians
The arrests and ongoing Russian attacks underscore the ongoing tensions in Ukraine. Despite recent gains by Russia, Ukraine has shown resilience in the face of adversity. President Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently signed a 10-year security agreement, signaling the continued support of the international community for Ukraine's sovereignty.
* The Ukrainian government has not released many details about the alleged coup plot.
* The group of four detained are suspected of planning to seize Parliament and announce their intent to replace military and civilian leadership.
* The SBU claims the group was working under the guise of forming a peaceful rally in Kyiv.
* It is unclear if the group had any connections with Russian officials, but the SBU noted that the scheme would have benefited Russia.
* U.S. and European intelligence officials have accused Moscow of ramping up its covert campaigns against Kyiv and its international allies.
* Russia has intensified its attacks on Kyiv in recent weeks, and Putin is reportedly taking a new approach to striking the capital city.
* The Kyiv City Military Administration has warned citizens not to ignore air raid sirens, despite the lack of ballistic and cruise missiles used in the latest attack.
* Ukraine has shown resilience in the face of Russian aggression, and the international community continues to support its sovereignty.
* President Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently signed a 10-year security agreement.
