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Ukraine Thwarts Alleged Coup Plot Targeting Parliament

Security forces detained four suspects accused of planning to overthrow the government and seize the Verkhovna Rada.

Overview

  • The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) claims the plot aimed to destabilize the country in favor of Russia.
  • Suspects allegedly planned to incite riots and recruit military personnel to seize parliament.
  • Authorities found weapons, ammunition, and documents linked to the coup plot.
  • The alleged coup was timed to coincide with Ukraine's Constitution Day on June 30.
  • Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's visit to Kyiv coincides with the revelation of the plot.