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Zelensky Appoints Intelligence Chief Budanov as New Head of⁢ Presidential Office

Ukrainian President⁤ Volodímir zelenski announced on Friday the appointment of Kiril Budanov, currently the head of the Main Intelligence directorate of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine (GUR),‍ as his⁣ new chief of staff. This follows the resignation of Andrii yermak, who was under examination by ⁤anti-corruption authorities.

Zelensky also proposed Deputy Prime Minister Mikhailo Fedorov to lead the Ministry of Defense.⁤ These changes signal a heightened focus⁢ on security and defense as Ukraine continues to ⁤navigate the ongoing ⁢conflict with Russia.

Budanov’s Background and Responsibilities

Budanov, 39, has served⁣ as ⁤the director of military intelligence as 2020. he ⁣accepted the position, expressing his commitment to serving Ukraine⁤ and focusing on the “strategic security of our State.” Zelensky⁢ highlighted Budanov’s “special experience” in security and defense, and tasked him with updating the nation’s defense ‍strategy.

The GUR, under Budanov’s leadership, ⁢has been recognized as one of⁤ the ⁣most competent institutions in Ukraine, achieving notable successes in intelligence operations, including ⁣a recent operation involving ⁤a Russian opposition figure (details available here).

Strategic Shift for Ukraine

Zelensky stated that Ukraine needs to⁢ concentrate on security issues, the development of ⁣its defense and security forces, and diplomatic negotiations. The Presidential Office ‍will be⁢ restructured to support these objectives.