Ukrainian counterintelligence stopped an alleged plot by Russia's Federal Security
Service to assassinate President Vladimir Zelensky along with other senior
officials.
Investigators say the plot was directed from Moscow and involved
2 colonels in Ukraine State Security Department who reportedly provided
financial support and sensitive information to the Russian FSB.
According to Ukraine Security Service,
the plot included planned missile and drone strikes on locations
frequented by President Zelensky.
One suspect was allegedly found with two drones and explosives
intended for use in the attack.
This is one of numerous reported attempts on President Solinsky's
life since the Russian invasion.
Zelensky claimed in 2022 there had been at least 10
assassination attempts since the start of the war,
a war that is now in its third year.
The two colonels from the Ukrainian security force were arrested
on suspicion of treason.
1 suspect was charged with assisting and planning a terrorist
act.
Both face life in prison.
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