Ukrainian President Zelenskyy Dismisses Security Chief Amid Foiled Assassination Plot

The dismissal follows the arrest of two high-ranking officers implicated in a Russian-linked plan to assassinate Zelenskyy and other top officials.

Zelenskyy fired Serhiy Rud, head of the State Protection Department, after uncovering an alleged assassination plot by two of its colonels.
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) thwarted the plot, described as a 'gift' for Putin during his inauguration, involving high treason and espionage.
Russian disinformation efforts intensified post-revelation, aiming to undermine the credibility of Ukraine's claims and shift blame to the West.
No successor for Rud has been named, highlighting the sensitivity and significance of the position amidst ongoing security threats.
The foiled plot is part of a series of attempts against Zelenskyy, underscoring the persistent risks he faces from pro-Russian elements within and outside Ukraine.