Ukraine has foiled an alleged plot to overthrow the government

Ukraine's-parliament

Important Takeaways:

  • Ukraine has foiled an alleged plot to overthrow the government that “would have played into Russia’s hands,” security officials in the war-torn country said Monday.
  • In a Telegram post, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) claimed the plot organizers planned to trigger a riot in Kyiv on June 30 as a distraction to seize control of the Ukrainian parliament and remove the military and political leadership from power.
  • It is unclear how viable the planned plot was, or if those accused have any connection with Russia
  • Four suspects have been identified, with two held in custody, the SBU said. They face up to 10 years in prison if found guilty
  • The suspect rented a hall with a capacity of 2,000 people and was looking to recruit military personnel and armed guards from private companies to “carry out the seizure” of parliament, the prosecutor’s office said.

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