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FSB Claims Foiled Assassination Plot Against Shoigu

11/18/2025

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The Federal Security Service (FSB) says it foiled an assassination plot against Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu during a Moscow cemetery visit.
The plot, described as a 'sabotage group' allegedly linked to Ukraine, has no evidence.
The incident follows drone strikes near Sochi, where Vladimir Putin spoke, raising speculation about an assassination attempt.
Analysts warn that if Moscow confirms the bid, it could prompt a significant military response.

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The Federal Security Service (FSB) says it foiled an assassination plot against Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu during a Moscow cemetery visit.
The plot, described as a 'sabotage group' allegedly linked to Ukraine, has no evidence.
The incident follows drone strikes near Sochi, where Vladimir Putin spoke, raising speculation about an assassination attempt.
Analysts warn that if Moscow confirms the bid, it could prompt a significant military response.