In an effort to eliminate Ukrainian leaders, Russia recruited two senior officers to carry out a mission to assassinate President Zelensky and other senior officials. The task of the two officers was to provide real-time updates on the location of Zelensky and other officials, as well as try to recruit collaborators within the Ukrainian army.
The original plan was to assassinate Kirilo Budanov, head of the GRU, before Orthodox Easter as a gift for Putin before his inauguration. However, the operation was ultimately unsuccessful. The two officers were accused of treason and one was also accused of planning an act of terrorism. They received weapons and support from the Russian security service in carrying out the operation.
Since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, Russia has attempted multiple times to locate and execute Ukrainian leaders. The Russian army has sent mercenaries and made other attempts to carry out these assassinations. Despite these efforts, Russia’s assassination attempts have been unsuccessful so far.
The operation to assassinate Zelensky and other senior officials in Ukraine was meticulously planned and executed by Russia. This incident highlights the ongoing security threats faced by Ukrainian officials and emphasizes the need for continued vigilance in protecting them from such attempts in future.
As a result of this incident, Zelensky announced that he would increase security measures around himself and his top advisors following this failed attempt on his life.
In conclusion, Russia’s efforts to eliminate Zelensky and other Ukrainian leaders are just one example of their disregard for international law and human rights during their invasion of Ukraine. This incident serves as a reminder that Ukraine remains under constant threat from Russian aggression, highlighting the need for continued international support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian tyranny.