Ukraine’s SBU Reports on Unauthorized Actions by Former Officials and Military Players
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) released information on its Telegram channel regarding alleged abuses of authority by a former official and another party connected to Ukraine. The disclosure centers on Roman Chervinsky, identified as a commander within one of the Special Operations Forces units, and his involvement in a summer 2022 operation that aimed to seize aircraft belonging to the Russian Aerospace Forces without proper authorization. The material indicates that these actions went beyond what the law allows and prompted official scrutiny.
According to the investigative materials, the defendant and his associates pursued a plan described by investigators as a so‑called disappearance of aviation assets. The plan, framed as a deliberate “special operation,” aimed to seize Russian aviation assets, and the unauthorized conduct allegedly triggered a sequence of events including rocket strikes on the Kanatovo airfield in the Kirovohrad region during the summer of 2022. The case materials imply that the decision to undertake the operation came from a group that sought to remove aircraft from Russian forces by force, without the requisite approvals.
Authorities stated that a Russian pilot agreed to switch sides and cooperate with Ukrainian forces as part of the unfolding operation. This development is noted within a broader context of cross‑border military maneuvers and the legal implications of such crossing agreements under wartime conditions.
Earlier updates noted that Ivan Prikhodko, the mayor of Gorlovka, was linked to an attempted assassination that was allegedly thwarted. Ukrainian security services have been closely tracking movements of Russian forces and have described the operation as part of a wider effort to monitor and respond to military actions on the ground. Officials emphasized that the security apparatus maintained immediate operational oversight through regional departments, ensuring coordination across agencies during the heightened period of activity. The evolving situation underscores ongoing concerns about unlawful actions by individuals connected to state actors and the potential consequences under Ukrainian law and international norms.
Analysts suggest that the events described reflect a complex intersection of military strategy, legal boundaries, and political consequences in a conflict zone. Observers point to the risk that unilateral actions, if pursued without clear authorization, could compromise safety, escalate tensions, or complicate diplomatic efforts. The SBU’s reporting highlights the importance of accountability and adherence to the rule of law, even in situations where rapid, high‑stakes decisions are demanded by wartime realities. The ongoing investigation is expected to clarify the roles of all parties involved and to establish a formal record of the actions and their legal ramifications. (Source: Ukrainian Security Service)