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Kyrylo Budanov

Head of the DIU, Ministry of Defence
Kyrylo Oleksiyovych Budanov was born on January 4, 1986, in Kyiv. He received his education at the Odesa Institute of Land Forces. He has been serving in Ukraine's military intelligence since 2007. With the outbreak of war in 2014, he participated in combat operations in eastern Ukraine and special operations of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU), including in Crimea. He was wounded three times in battle. Since 2020, he has held the position of Head of the Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine.
2007
Graduated from the Odesa Institute of Land Forces
2014
Participated in combat operations in eastern Ukraine
2016
Conducted special operations in the temporarily occupied territories
2020
Headed the Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine
2021
Received the military rank of Brigadier General
2022
Became a Major General
2022
Was included in the composition of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief
2023
Received the military rank of Lieutenant General
2023
Awarded the Order of Bohdan Khmelnytsky, 3rd Class
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Ukraine to deploy new AI-powered anti-aircraft missile systems - WP

Ukraine is preparing to deploy a new generation of AI-powered anti-aircraft missile systems that can provide infinite defense. This system will use millions of bits of data to predict and intercept Russian attacks.

War in Ukraine • 02:13 PM • 1640 views
I don't see a dead end yet: Zelenskyy on negotiations with the US

President Zelenskyy stated that negotiations on ending the war are ongoing, and there is no dead end. He noted that contacts between the parties are constant, and negotiators are working on documents.

War in Ukraine • 12:35 PM • 2750 views
Umerov, Budanov, and Arakhamia are working in Davos: holding meetings with partners on security guarantees and recovery

Rustem Umerov reported on negotiations with European partners in Davos. Security guarantees, economic development, and Ukraine's recovery were discussed.

Politics • 11:37 AM • 2030 views
Umerov: Ukraine and the US will continue negotiations in Davos

The Ukrainian and American delegations agreed to continue negotiations in Davos. Over two days in the US, economic development, a prosperity plan, and security guarantees for Ukraine were discussed.

Politics • January 18, 07:20 PM • 7804 views
Italy sends heating equipment to Ukraine for affected regions - Budanov

Italy will provide Ukraine with a batch of heating equipment for regions affected by Russian terror. The country will receive 78 industrial boilers with a total capacity of 116.5 MW.

War in Ukraine • January 18, 05:22 PM • 5632 views
Ukrainian delegation must convey all real information about Russian strikes to the American side - Zelenskyy

The Ukrainian delegation is already in the US. President Zelenskyy emphasized that its main task is to convey all real information about the consequences of Russian strikes to the American side.

Politics • January 17, 01:23 PM • 5036 views
Ukrainian delegation working with Trump's envoys in the US "these days": Umerov named areas of work

A Ukrainian delegation led by Rustem Umerov, Kyrylo Budanov, and David Arakhamia has arrived in the United States. The delegation is working to advance the peace process, secure security guarantees for Ukraine, and coordinate further steps.

Politics • January 17, 09:58 AM • 8174 views
Budanov, Umerov, and Arakhamia arrive in the US: what's on the agenda

Head of the President's Office Kyrylo Budanov, Rustem Umerov, and David Arakhamia have arrived in the US to discuss the details of a peace agreement. A meeting with Stephen Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Daniel Driscoll is scheduled.

Politics • January 17, 09:19 AM • 53324 views
Ukrainian and US teams to hold talks in Miami tomorrow: what's on the agenda

Delegations from Ukraine and the United States will meet in Miami to discuss agreements on security guarantees and $800 billion for Ukraine's economic prosperity.

Economy • January 16, 06:20 PM • 53970 views
It is important that Ukraine is not left "naked and barefoot" after the war: Zelenskyy on agreements with the US that could be signed in Davos

The Ukrainian delegation in the US is finalizing agreements on security guarantees and the reconstruction of Ukraine for $800 billion. Signing is possible in Davos if the US agrees to all aspects.

Politics • January 16, 01:47 PM • 5536 views
Zelenskyy announced meetings of the Ukrainian delegation with US representatives

The Ukrainian delegation, led by Umerov and Budanov, has departed for the United States. Meetings with representatives of Donald Trump regarding prepared documents will take place there.

War in Ukraine • January 16, 01:20 PM • 35989 views
Budanov will fight and take responsibility - Nikolov

Journalist Yuriy Nikolov believes that the appointment of Kyrylo Budanov as head of the Presidential Office will change the approach to governance. Budanov is capable of resisting the system and taking responsibility.

War in Ukraine • January 15, 07:14 PM • 3926 views
"Regime names in Russia change, but not the methods": Budanov addressed Ukrainians on Political Prisoner Day

The Head of the Office of the President, Kyrylo Budanov, addressed citizens on Ukrainian Political Prisoner Day on January 12. He remembered all those imprisoned for their love of Ukraine, as well as those who died in Russian captivity under various regimes.

Society • January 12, 12:32 PM • 3456 views
Umerov was again in contact with American partners, this is our strategic task - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy stated that NSDC Secretary Rustem Umerov was again in contact with American partners. Dialogue with the US is a strategic task for Ukraine and must be 100% constructive.

Politics • January 10, 03:51 PM • 7455 views
Discussed the priorities of the Presidential Office, including sanctions policy: Zelenskyy on Budanov's report

President Zelenskyy heard a report from the Head of the Presidential Office, Kyrylo Budanov, discussing sanctions policy, the diplomatic track, and internal tasks. Emphasis was placed on maintaining and strengthening pressure on Russia.

Politics • January 10, 02:07 PM • 4281 views
Decisions on corruption in TCCs and desertion in the military are being prepared: Budanov held a meeting with military command and law enforcement agencies

The head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, held a meeting with the leadership of the General Staff and law enforcement agencies. Corruption in the TCC system and desertion in the army were discussed, and decisions are being prepared.

Politics • January 10, 11:57 AM • 4230 views
Preparing joint actions and decisions to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities: Budanov spoke with Healey

The Head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, discussed with UK Secretary of State for Defence, John Healey, mechanisms for implementing security guarantees. Joint actions are being prepared to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities.

Politics • January 9, 08:01 PM • 3420 views
Zelenskyy updated the composition of the Staff: approved Budanov and Ivashchenko, and removed Deyneko

President Zelenskyy made changes to the composition of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief. Deputy Minister of Defense Boyev, Head of the OP Budanov, and Head of the Main Intelligence Directorate Ivashchenko were included, while former head of the State Border Guard Service Deyneko was removed.

Politics • January 9, 04:32 PM • 5165 views
If there is a corresponding signal: Sybiha stated that the Ukrainian delegation is ready to arrive in the US for negotiations

The Ukrainian delegation and the President of Ukraine are ready to travel to the US to continue negotiations on achieving a just peace. Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha announced progress after talks in Paris.

War in Ukraine • January 9, 12:10 PM • 11283 views
Not only negotiations with the US delegation: Budanov met with the head of French military intelligence in Paris

The Head of the Office of the President, Kyrylo Budanov, reported on fruitful negotiations in Paris with national security advisors and the US delegation regarding security guarantees. He also met with the head of French military intelligence, General Jacques Langlade de Montgros.

Politics • January 7, 04:44 PM • 3854 views
Teams from Ukraine and the USA held their third meeting in Paris in two days: key elements of the basic framework for ending the war were discussed

Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov announced the third meeting with the American side in Paris, where key elements of the basic framework for ending the war were substantively discussed. Representatives of Ukraine and the USA took part in the negotiations, focusing on possible formats for further contacts at the leadership level.

War in Ukraine • January 7, 03:32 PM • 4256 views
Zelenskyy revealed Budanov's priorities and plans for the economic direction in the Presidential Office

President Zelenskyy stated that information policy is not a priority for Kyrylo Budanov. He also mentioned that there is no deputy for economic affairs yet, but Oksana Markarova and Chrystia Freeland will join the Presidential Office as advisors to work on Ukraine's recovery, economic issues, and investments in particular.

Economy • January 7, 01:39 PM • 3487 views
"I won't say": Zelenskyy did not comment on a new position for former Foreign Minister Kuleba after the meeting

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is not disclosing details on whether Dmytro Kuleba could be appointed to a new position. The head of state commented on the meeting with the former Foreign Minister to journalists.

Politics • January 7, 01:10 PM • 2913 views
Russia is trying to pressure Ukraine: Zelenskyy on why prisoner exchanges are not happening

President Zelenskyy stated that Russia has suspended prisoner exchanges to pressure Ukraine. Budanov and Umerov will continue to deal with exchanges, despite Russia hindering the process.

War in Ukraine • January 7, 12:57 PM • 3527 views
"There is a clear understanding of the step-by-step movement": Umerov announced new talks between advisors from Europe, the US, and NATO on security guarantees

Ukrainian negotiators, led by National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov, held consultations in Paris with national security advisors from France, Great Britain, Germany, Italy, Poland, and Turkey, with the participation of the US, NATO, the European Commission, and the European Council. The parameters of security guarantees, deterring Russian aggression, and the logic of further steps in the peace process were discussed.

Politics • January 7, 12:38 PM • 5734 views
The most difficult issues of the ZNPP and territories, as well as a summit with US participation: Zelensky revealed the content of new negotiations with Trump's envoys

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the third session of negotiations in two days with US representatives in France. The most difficult issues regarding ending the war will be discussed, including the Zaporizhzhia NPP and territories, as well as formats for leaders' meetings.

Politics • January 7, 10:27 AM • 34969 views
"Not all information can be public, work is ongoing": Budanov announced concrete results of negotiations in Paris

The head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, announced that concrete results had been achieved at the negotiations in Paris regarding security guarantees for Ukraine. Details remain non-public, but work is ongoing, and Ukrainian interests will be protected.

Politics • January 7, 09:20 AM • 19875 views
Ukrainian delegation continued discussing diplomatic path to end the war with Trump's envoys - ZelenskyyVideo

After the meeting of the Coalition of the Willing in Paris, the Ukrainian delegation continued discussing the diplomatic path to end the war with the US President's team. Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked America for its readiness to provide a backstop in all areas.

Politics • January 6, 10:31 PM • 20664 views
"He's the first fascist" - Russians panic over Budanov's appointment as new head of the Presidential OfficeVideo

A resident of Shebekino, Belgorod region, emotionally reacts to the appointment of Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov as head of the Office of the President of Ukraine. She calls him an "inhuman" and a "fascist," fearing negative consequences for the Kremlin regime.

War in Ukraine • January 6, 04:41 PM • 7356 views
Zelenskyy arrived at the Élysée Palace for the summit of Ukraine's allies: first statementVideo

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the Élysée Palace in Paris for the summit of Ukraine's allies. He will hold talks with Emmanuel Macron, US envoy Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner.

Politics • January 6, 11:56 AM • 6488 views