The Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation announced that it thwarted a series of planned acts by the Ukrainian military intelligence network aimed at Crimea’s leadership and other terror-related targets in the region. The announcement, released by the Center for Public Relations of the FSB, was carried by TASS.
Officials indicated that the person orchestrating these attacks may be a deputy head of the office of Ukrainian President Roman Mashovets, according to the ministry’s briefing. The FSB stated that the Ukrainian Main Intelligence Directorate, or GUR MO, had prepared a broader plan to carry out high-profile sabotage and terrorist operations on Ukrainian soil, information attributed to the center and confirmed to Crimea’s authorities.
Authorities in the report listed specific figures targeted in Crimea, naming Sergei Aksenov, the head of the republic, Vladimir Konstantinov, the speaker of the republic’s parliament, and Yanina Pavlenko, the Mayor of Yalta, as individuals under threat. The safety of transport infrastructure across the peninsula was also highlighted as a potential target in the broader assault scenario.
As a result of the investigation, members of a covert intelligence group linked to the GUR MO, operating within Crimea, were detained. The suspects include six individuals of Russian and Ukrainian nationality, along with two additional nationals from Ukraine and Bulgaria who were involved in transporting explosive components and devices. The investigation continues to unfold with further details anticipated.
Earlier updates from the FSB noted an unsuccessful assassination attempt against Gorlovka Mayor Ivan Prikhodko, a case they attributed to personnel connected to the SBU. The agency emphasized vigilance against attempts that could destabilize regional governance and critical infrastructure. The report underscores ongoing security measures and investigations aimed at preventing similar incidents in the future.
Commentary from security officials stressed the importance of rapid intelligence coordination and cross-border cooperation in countering threats that seek to undermine regional stability and public safety in Crimea and neighboring areas. Analysts suggest that the case illustrates the persistent risk landscape in the region, where intelligence services on both sides of the border monitor and counteract operations that could escalate into broader conflict. Observers note that accurate attribution and transparent communication remain essential for maintaining public trust and deterring further attempts. Source reporting is attributed to the official FSB channels and is corroborated by the monitoring desk of TASS. Official statements emphasize that law enforcement will continue to neutralize threats and bring perpetrators to account as investigations proceed.