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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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Will Fedorov move to the Defense Ministry? The Ministry of Digital Transformation does not comment on possible personnel changes

The Ministry of Digital Transformation refused to comment on reports of Mykhailo Fedorov's possible appointment as Defense Minister. There was also information about the possible replacement of Kyrylo Budanov as the head of the DIU.

Politics • September 29, 01:55 PM • 30791 views
There are two enemy missile carriers in the Black Sea with a total volley of up to 8 missiles

There are two Russian Kalibr cruise missile carriers in the Black Sea with a total volley of up to 8 missiles. There are no enemy ships in the Sea of Azov, and one in the Mediterranean with a volley of up to 16 missiles.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 03:45 AM • 52404 views
There is one hostile Russian ship in the Black Sea, no Kalibr cruise missile carriers

As of September 25, there is one Russian ship in the Black Sea that is not a cruise missile carrier. There are no enemy ships in the Sea of Azov, and one Kalibr carrier in the Mediterranean.

War in Ukraine • September 25, 03:58 AM • 62766 views
DIU units completely liberate Vovchansk Aggregate Plant from occupants: all 30 buildings of the facility are cleared

DIU units completely liberated the territory of the Vovchansk Aggregate Plant, destroying the occupiers in all 30 buildings. The operation was successfully completed despite the enemy's fierce resistance and the use of heavy equipment.

War in Ukraine • September 24, 12:57 PM • 14721 views
Telegram will disclose IP addresses and numbers of offenders at the request of law enforcement

Pavel Durov said that Telegram will provide IP addresses and phone numbers of rule violators in response to law enforcement requests. This is done to enhance user security and deter criminals.

Technologies • September 23, 01:38 PM • 13385 views
Zelenskyy holds a meeting with the Security Council: they discussed energy protection and missile production

The President of Ukraine chaired a meeting of the Security Council to discuss the defense of the energy sector, the production of missiles and drones, and the situation at the front. They reviewed the engineering protection of facilities and expectations for Patriot systems.

War in Ukraine • September 20, 03:01 PM • 33370 views
Military and civil servants banned from using Telegram on official devices

The National Security and Defense Council has announced a ban on Telegram on the official devices of civil servants, military and critical infrastructure workers. The decision was made due to national security threats associated with the use of the messenger during the war.

War in Ukraine • September 20, 10:10 AM • 12385 views
The US imposes sanctions on the financial network of Russia and the DPRK

The United States imposed sanctions on individuals and companies involved in illegal financial transactions between Russia and the DPRK. The sanctions target a network associated with two sanctioned state-owned banks in North Korea.

News of the World • September 19, 05:51 PM • 19916 views
First of all, seriously wounded, women and soldiers from Azovstal: Budanov reveals strategy for returning Ukrainians from Russian captivity

The head of the DIU outlined the priorities for the release of prisoners: seriously wounded, women, and Azovstal defenders. The strategy was presented at the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 06:20 PM • 99886 views
Restoring historical memory: Budanov thanks Kiper for decision to rename Odesa streets

The Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine expressed his gratitude to the head of the Odesa RMA for the decision to rename the place names in honor of Ukrainian Heroes. Budanov emphasized the importance of this activity for the consolidation of society and strengthening of the state.

Society • August 15, 03:16 PM • 31304 views
Proposals to deport people with pro-Ukrainian stance are being voiced in Crimea

In occupied Crimea, there are calls for the deportation of those who are waiting for the return of the Ukrainian government. A representative of a pro-russian organization proposes to legislate the term "waiting" and start deporting such citizens.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 01:35 PM • 22238 views
"No one will be able to condemn Russia until it strategically loses." Budanov on bringing Russia to an international tribunal

Chief of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine Kirill Budanov said that an international tribunal over Russia is unlikely without its strategic defeat. He emphasized that the process of establishing the tribunal could take a long time, just like the Nuremberg trials after World War II.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 10:33 AM • 65639 views
Russians deploy additional air defense systems to defend the Crimean bridge - ATESH

Guerrillas have spotted the transportation of Buk-M2 and S-400 air defense systems to strengthen the defense of the Crimean bridge. Russia is forced to withdraw weapons from various parts of the front to close vulnerabilities in its defense capabilities.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 10:29 AM • 35995 views
From a military point of view, it is much easier to recapture Crimea than Donbas - Budanov

The head of the Defense Intelligence believes that it will be easier to regain Crimea through the Crimean Bridge and the Perekop Isthmus. Budanov refutes the myth of the peninsula's impregnability, recalling its conquest in the past.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 09:48 AM • 114944 views
Budanov spoke about his own vision of victory: "Reaching the borders of 1991, because it will be difficult to achieve more"

The head of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine, Kyrylo Budanov, outlined his vision of victory in the war with Russia. He believes that returning to the 1991 borders is possible through a combination of military force, diplomacy, and other factors.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 09:37 AM • 46210 views
Budanov: Russia's offensive has been delayed and will continue to decline

The head of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine, Kirill Budanov, said that the main offensive of the Russian army will soon end due to the loss of offensive potential. According to him, after the recession, there will be new attempts by the enemy to attack.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 09:04 AM • 48787 views
In recent months, the Russian army has faced a staff shortage for the first time - Budanov

The head of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine, Kirill Budanov, said that problems with mobilization in Russia began 3 months ago. Despite significant monetary incentives, the flow of volunteers is decreasing dramatically, with a shortfall of almost 10%.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 08:31 AM • 25455 views
The artist Hapchynska painted pictures of Budanov and his frog

Yevheniia Hapchynska created paintings of the head of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov and his 17-year-old frog. The artist said that these details are revealing.

Society • August 5, 09:15 AM • 14433 views
"Almost unrealistic": Budanov on whether Russia can completely destroy Ukraine's energy system

The head of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine, Kirill Budanov, said that it is almost impossible to completely destroy Ukraine's energy system. According to him, Ukraine will not be able to completely disable the Russian energy system either.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 08:58 AM • 103219 views
DIU identifies war criminals from among the crew of Tu-22M3 bomber destroyed in April

Ukrainian intelligence identified four crew members of the downed Tu-22M3 bomber. Two of them survived the ejection, two were killed. The plane was shot down at a distance of 308 kilometers from the Ukrainian border.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 01:49 PM • 44725 views
russians are leaving the occupied territories of Kharkiv region, but it is a matter of time - Budanov

The DIU chief said that it was only a matter of time before russians would be present in Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 09:58 PM • 26442 views
The maximum task is to gain control over Ukraine: Budanov outlines russia's goals for 2024

Kirill Budanov, the head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, said that russia's maximum goal is to gain control of Ukraine, while the minimum goal is to reach the administrative borders of Donetsk and Luhansk regions.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 09:19 PM • 83348 views
As long as the war in Ukraine is going on, there can be no problem from russia anywhere: Budanov on Russia's attacks on other countries

Kirill Budanov, the head of the GRU, believes that russia will not attack the Baltic states as long as the war in Ukraine continues.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 08:49 PM • 78369 views
A rebellion cannot happen in russia by itself, only a strong leader can do it, but no such leader is seen yet - Budanov

Kirill Budanov, the head of the GRU, said that the russian authorities are systematically adapting society to the problems. According to him, a rebellion in a terrorist country is unlikely due to the lack of a strong leader capable of leading it.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 08:17 PM • 68508 views
"The work is going on": Budanov admits destruction of Crimean bridge

Kirill Budanov, the head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, said that there is a chance that the Crimean bridge will be destroyed in the coming months.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 07:52 PM • 68937 views
“Regular” DIU owls will live in Kyiv Zoo

Soldiers of the 92nd Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine rescued two owls in Kharkiv region. The birds were transferred to the Kyiv Zoo, where they will live in a special aviary.

Society • August 2, 08:43 AM • 13938 views
The DIU commented on the destruction of Wagnerians in Mali: “to be continued”

The GUR representative said that Tuareg rebels had received the necessary information for a successful operation against Russian mercenaries in Mali. Yusov hinted at continuing actions against the Russian military in different parts of the world.

War in Ukraine • July 29, 11:23 AM • 64644 views
The war will definitely end, it is a natural process, and then we will face other tasks - Budanov

The Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine spoke to the graduates of the Kyiv School of Economics. Budanov emphasized that the war will end, but new important tasks will arise, and called on young people to be leaders.

War in Ukraine • July 28, 02:30 PM • 77055 views
Zelensky on Budanov's statement about Russia's offensive from the north: "He was misunderstood a bit"

President Zelenskyy explained that the head of the Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate, Budanov, had been misunderstood regarding his statement about a possible Russian offensive from the north.

War in Ukraine • July 15, 03:00 PM • 28132 views
"We are working on traitors, there is still a lot of work to be done": Budanov on clearing the DIU of employees hostile to Ukraine

The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, Kyrylo Budanov, acknowledged that the process of purging employees with anti-Ukrainian views is underway, stating: "We are working on traitors, there is still a lot of work to be done. "

War in Ukraine • July 13, 04:59 PM • 83028 views