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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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Zelensky: Georgia's current government is working for russia, Ukraine is preparing sanctions

The President of Ukraine discussed strategic issues of international security with the head of the GUR. Zelenskyy announces sanctions against the Georgian government for its pro-russian stance.

War in Ukraine • December 4, 06:20 PM • 33195 views
Budanov on the inadmissibility of corruption: the interests of the state should become a top priority for everyone

The head of the Gur commented on the investigation of "schemes" regarding the transfer of strategic bombers by Ukraine to Russia in the 90s. Budanov stressed the importance of prioritizing state interests and preventing such mistakes.

War in Ukraine • November 27, 02:53 PM • 19080 views
The Russian ruble is falling rapidly: the reasons and further forecasts have become known

The Russian ruble hit a 32-month low, falling to 106. 40 per dollar. The fall in the currency was caused by sanctions against Rita's financial sector and violation of foreign trade payments.

Economy • November 27, 01:14 PM • 17479 views
A draft resolution on the dismissal of Defense Minister Umerov appeared in the Parliament

MP Oleksiy Honcharenko has registered in the Verkhovna Rada a draft resolution on the dismissal of Defense Minister Rustem Umerov. The document was submitted to the leadership of the parliament for consideration.

Politics • November 26, 04:33 PM • 31036 views
Media: Bankova Street plans to dismiss DIU chief Budanov for the second time

Sources report that Kyrylo Budanov may be replaced as head of military intelligence in December. The SBU denies information about the possibility of appointing Oleksandr Poklad as the new head of the DIU.

Politics • November 25, 06:08 PM • 23705 views
Budanov told when Russia began preparing for a new genocide of Ukrainians

Kyrylo Budanov spoke about Russia's preparations for the genocide of Ukrainians before the full-scale invasion. The invaders planned to kill teachers, journalists, priests of the OCU and other pro-Ukrainian figures.

War in Ukraine • November 23, 05:29 PM • 37287 views
Resilience Plan will be fully presented in December

The President of Ukraine presented the Resilience Plan, which will be fully disclosed in December. The plan contains 10 key areas and should lead the country from war to peace.

War in Ukraine • November 19, 10:29 AM • 14853 views
Valerii Dubil: We equip Ukrainian reconnaissance men with modern electronic warfare equipment and signal amplification stations

Valeriy Dubil informed about equipping Ukrainian reconnaissance men with modern electronic warfare equipment and signal amplification stations.

Business News • November 11, 09:35 AM • 43981 views
Budanov prays, confesses and receives communion during OCU services - DIU chaplain

The Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov attends services whenever he has free time. This was stated by the head of the DIU Military Chaplaincy Service, Fr. Kostiantyn Kholodov, in an interview with Yanina Sokolova.

Society • November 1, 09:42 AM • 14598 views
DPRK military is moving from the Far East into Russia - NSDC CDC

The National Security and Defense Council's Central Intelligence Center reports on the movement of North Korean troops from the Far East to the interior of Russia. Earlier, it was reported that Russia plans to use Koreans in Kursk and send 3,000 DPRK troops to Russia.

News of the World • October 23, 11:15 AM • 14207 views
Pentagon chief: there is evidence of DPRK troops in Russia

U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said there is evidence of the presence of North Korean troops in Russia. He added that it is not yet known what role they will play there.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 10:57 AM • 16795 views
Seoul says DPRK has sent 3,000 troops to Russia for the war in Ukraine

South Korean lawmakers said that the DPRK has sent 3,000 troops to Russia to support the war against Ukraine. According to them, 10,000 North Korean soldiers are expected to be deployed by December.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 10:45 AM • 18283 views
Budanov: DPRK helps Russia in exchange for nuclear technology

The head of Ukraine's Defense Intelligence Service said that Russia is transferring nuclear weapons technology to the DPRK in exchange for military personnel and shells. According to him, by the end of October, 2,600 North Korean troops will arrive to fight in the Kursk region.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 07:50 AM • 95028 views
Budanov: DPRK's first troops may appear in Kursk region tomorrow

The head of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine said that the first North Korean troops could appear in the Kursk area tomorrow. They will help defend the Kursk region from the Ukrainian Armed Forces, but their number and equipment are still unknown.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 08:10 PM • 46907 views
Zelensky denies planning to fire Umerov and Budanov

President Zelenskyy denied plans to dismiss Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Budanov and Defense Minister Umerov. He denied rumors circulating in the media and social media about changes in the military leadership.

Politics • October 22, 11:53 AM • 14078 views
Umerov and Austin discussed the Victory Plan and investments in the Ukrainian defense industry

Ukrainian Defense Minister Umerov met with Pentagon Chief Austin. They discussed the situation on the frontline, the implementation of the Victory Plan, and attracting American investment in Ukraine's defense industry.

War in Ukraine • October 21, 05:22 PM • 30561 views
Budanov met with US Army veteran generals to discuss possible scenarios for the development of the Russian-Ukrainian war

The Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine met with a group of American veteran generals. They discussed the global security situation and possible scenarios of the Russian-Ukrainian war.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 01:37 PM • 56652 views
Russia is training DPRK military for war against Ukraine at four training grounds - sources

Russia is training about 11,000 North Korean soldiers to participate in the war against Ukraine at four training grounds. The training takes place in Khabarovsk, Usuriysk, Blagoveshchensk and Vladivostok.

War in Ukraine • October 18, 12:15 PM • 18902 views
Budanov: 11 thousand North Korean troops are preparing to fight in Ukraine from November 1

Kirill Budanov said that 11,000 North Korean infantrymen are being trained in eastern Russia for the war in Ukraine. The first detachment of 2,600 soldiers will deploy to the Kursk region on November 1.

War in Ukraine • October 18, 07:01 AM • 13760 views
There are 2 enemy missile carriers in the Black Sea with a total volley of up to eight “Calibers”

The Ukrainian Navy reports 2 enemy missile carriers in the Black Sea with a total volley of up to 8 Kalibr missiles. There are also 2 Russian ships in the Mediterranean, one of which carries up to 4 cruise missiles.

War in Ukraine • October 11, 03:45 AM • 26217 views
Budanov was with DIU fighters at a key stage of the operation to liberate the aggregate plant in Vovchansk - Linux intelligence officer

DIU Chief Kirill Budanov personally led the operation to liberate the Vovchansk Aggregate Plant at a key stage. The operation was complex, multi-stage and involved various units and types of weapons.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 09:59 AM • 12245 views
Zelensky: The third month of fighting in the Kursk region is underway, we maintain the necessary pressure on Russia - Zelensky

The President of Ukraine said that the Armed Forces of Ukraine maintain the necessary pressure on Russia in the Kursk region, where fighting has been going on for three months. Zelenskyy also heard reports on processes in the enemy's system and cooperation with partners.

War in Ukraine • October 8, 05:24 PM • 17368 views
Budanov received an award from Shmyhal for his intelligence contribution to the fight against Russian invaders during the war

The Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov received an award from the Prime Minister for the contribution of military intelligence in the fight against Russian invaders. Budanov emphasized the importance of the work of each intelligence officer in countering the aggressor.

Politics • October 6, 09:36 AM • 51678 views
Happy Territorial Defense Day of Ukraine: Syrsky congratulated citizens on the holiday

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi congratulated the Ukrainian Armed Forces on the Day of Territorial Defense. He noted the effectiveness and skill of the soldiers of the territorial defense in battles in the hottest areas of the front.

Society • October 6, 06:21 AM • 21386 views
DIU Chief Budanov awards Czech volunteer Jan Veverka with medal

The Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov presented Czech volunteer Jan Veverka with a medal “For Assistance to the Military Intelligence of Ukraine, Second Class”. Veverka actively supports Ukraine by organizing fundraisers for the Defense Forces.

Society • October 6, 02:54 AM • 41637 views
Russia has one missile carrier in the Black Sea with a total volley of up to 4 “Calibers”

There is one Russian Kalibr cruise missile carrier ship in the Black Sea with a total volley of up to 4 missiles. In the Mediterranean Sea, there are 3 ships, 2 of which have up to 20 Kalibrs.

War in Ukraine • October 5, 03:46 AM • 43284 views
Zelenskyy heard a report from the head of the Foreign Intelligence Service: what was discussed

President Zelenskyy held a meeting with SZR Chief Ivashchenko to strengthen the service and work with sensitive information. They discussed preparations for Ramstein and countering the enemy's plans.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 05:25 PM • 15759 views
Today, the issue of replacing Budanov is not being discussed - MP

Defense Minister Rustem Umerov said that the issue of replacing Kyrylo Budanov as head of the DIU is not currently being discussed. This refutes rumors about the possible appointment of Oleh Ivashchenko to this position.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 04:38 PM • 35471 views
A car with occupants was blown up in Melitopol. The DIU provided details of the mission

In the temporarily occupied Melitopol, a VAZ 2110 car carrying three Russian soldiers exploded. The operation to destroy the invaders was carried out by Ukrainian underground fighters under the coordination of the GUR.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 03:20 PM • 16899 views
Zelenskyy listens to report of Chief of the GUR Budanov on Russia's plans for the end of the year

The President of Ukraine discussed with Kirill Budanov the intentions of Russian troops and the response to them. Zelenskyy received information about Russia's plans for the rest of the year and how to counter them.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 03:11 PM • 17893 views