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Kyrylo Budanov

Head of the Office of the President
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. In 2026, he headed the Office of the President 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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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 • 14648 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 • 14225 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 • 16860 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 • 18325 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 • 95067 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 • 46928 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 • 14109 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 • 30596 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 • 56662 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 • 18955 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 • 13789 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 • 26242 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 • 12267 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 • 17395 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 • 51716 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 • 21427 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 • 41695 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 • 43305 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 • 15798 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 • 35520 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 • 16919 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 • 17939 views
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 • 30824 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 • 52429 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 • 62782 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 • 14749 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 • 13434 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 • 33402 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 • 12431 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 • 19972 views