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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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Ukrainian delegation led by Budanov went to Geneva for negotiations with Russia and the USA

A Ukrainian delegation led by Budanov went to Geneva for another round of consultations on ending the war. The negotiations will take place on February 17-18 with the mediation of Washington in a trilateral format.

Politics • February 16, 12:16 AM • 38422 views
Russia is ready to discuss with the US temporary external administration of Ukraine under UN auspices - Russian Foreign Ministry

Deputy Head of the Russian Foreign Ministry Mikhail Galuzin stated that Russia is ready to discuss with the US the idea of temporary external administration of Ukraine under UN auspices.

War in Ukraine • February 15, 07:20 AM • 6649 views
Ukrainian delegation prepares for talks in Geneva on February 17-18, composition of negotiators determined - Umerov

The Ukrainian delegation has begun preparations for trilateral talks with the US and Russia in Geneva on February 17-18. Its members include Rustem Umerov, Kyrylo Budanov, Andriy Hnatov, David Arakhamia, Serhiy Kyslytsia, and Vadym Skibitskyi.

Politics • February 13, 12:31 PM • 44044 views
Geraskevych's lawsuit against the IOC and IBSF is concluded, awaiting arbitrator's decision

Vladyslav Heraskevych's expedited lawsuit against the IOC and IBSF has concluded. Legal arguments have been presented, and now it is up to the arbitrator to decide.

Sports • February 13, 10:55 AM • 3700 views
Ukrainian skeleton racer Heraskevych invited to Verkhovna Rada after IOC disqualification

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych, disqualified by the IOC, has been invited to the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine. This occurred after the athlete was supposed to compete in the 2026 Olympics wearing a "helmet of remembrance."

Society • February 13, 08:43 AM • 9244 views
Budanov reminded that it is thanks to the sacrifice of Ukrainians that the Olympics are taking place under a peaceful sky

Kyrylo Budanov thanked skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych for his principled stance. He emphasized that sport cannot be outside of conscience, honor, and dignity.

Sports • February 12, 06:59 PM • 4650 views
Sentenced to life imprisonment, civilians, Mariupol defenders: who Ukraine managed to bring back from Russian captivityVideo

On February 5, the 71st prisoner exchange took place, as a result of which 150 military personnel and 7 civilians were returned. Among them are 19 illegally convicted defenders, 15 of whom received life sentences, as well as Mariupol defenders.

Society • February 5, 01:31 PM • 4888 views
Interim results of negotiations discussed: Zelenskyy discussed the meeting in the UAE with the Ukrainian team

President Zelenskyy reported on the Ukrainian delegation's briefing regarding the interim results of the trilateral negotiations in the UAE. Rustem Umerov, Kyrylo Budanov, and David Arakhamia participated in the meeting.

Politics • February 4, 06:52 PM • 4509 views
Start of the election campaign: formally - no, actually - yes - sociologists published the results of a poll

54. 2% of Ukrainians believe that the election campaign has de facto begun. Volodymyr Zelenskyy leads in the presidential rating with 22.3%, and Zaluzhnyi's party tops the party rating.

Society • February 4, 06:34 PM • 13076 views
Ukrainian delegation prepares report for Zelensky after meeting in Abu Dhabi: Umerov called the work "productive" and revealed details

After the trilateral meeting in Abu Dhabi, negotiations continued in groups, and the Ukrainian delegation is preparing a report for the President. The Russian side was represented at a high military level.

Politics • February 4, 04:19 PM • 24579 views
Politico learned about expectations of "more promising" talks in Abu Dhabi and chances for "conflict resolution"

Another round of talks on Ukraine, mediated by the US, is planned in Abu Dhabi. Experts hope that the results will show the seriousness of the Kremlin's intentions, despite renewed attacks on Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 4, 07:36 AM • 25990 views
We believe that the bilateral document on security guarantees with the US is ready - Zelenskyy

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the readiness of a bilateral document on security guarantees with the United States. Ukraine expects further work on documents related to recovery and economic development.

Politics • February 2, 04:44 PM • 3073 views
"The fates of free Belarus and Ukraine are intertwined": Zelenskyy met with Tsikhanouskaya in VilniusVideo

Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Vilnius. They discussed support for Ukraine, the release of political prisoners, and a joint strategy on sanctions.

Politics • January 26, 04:22 AM • 6002 views
Ukraine and Russia held bilateral talks in Abu Dhabi: new details of the meeting

The negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi took place in a bilateral format, in addition to the trilateral one with the participation of the United States. The parties discussed "unresolved elements" of a peace agreement and confidence-building measures.

Politics • January 24, 07:25 PM • 7596 views
Meeting with Russians and Americans in Abu Dhabi: Zelenskyy heard the report of the Ukrainian delegation

Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on the results of the meeting of the Ukrainian delegation with Russians and Americans in Abu Dhabi. Discussions focused on possible parameters for ending the war.

Politics • January 24, 02:20 PM • 8643 views
Hryhoriy Kozlovskyy and Oleksandr Svishchov made it into the ranking of top high-profile cases of 2025Photo

Who is behind Ukraine's successes in 2025. Hryhoriy Kozlovskyy, Oleksandr Svishchov, Kyrylo Budanov, and other leaders who changed the course of history through sports, economy, and defense.

Society • January 24, 11:40 AM • 5707 views
Dedicated to the parameters of ending the war and the logic of negotiations: Umerov on today's trilateral meeting in the Emirates

A trilateral meeting between Ukraine, the USA, and Russia took place in Abu Dhabi. According to Umerov, the parameters for ending the war and the further logic of the negotiation process were discussed.

Politics • January 23, 08:08 PM • 3973 views
Zelenskyy assessed negotiations in the UAE: too early to draw conclusions, waiting for tomorrow

President Zelenskyy stated that it is too early to draw conclusions regarding the negotiations in the Emirates, as results are expected tomorrow. Ukrainian, American, and Russian delegations held a meeting, discussing the parameters for ending the war.

Politics • January 23, 06:21 PM • 5595 views
There should now be at least some answers from Russia regarding the end of the war: Zelenskyy on the trilateral meeting in the Emirates

A meeting of Ukrainian, American, and Russian delegations on the parameters of ending the war took place in the Emirates. President Zelenskyy expects a response from Russia and emphasized clear Ukrainian positions.

War in Ukraine • January 23, 06:06 PM • 33124 views
Zelenskyy approved a new composition of the delegation for peace talks with the US and Russia: who are among the negotiators

President Zelenskyy approved the updated composition of Ukraine's delegation for peace talks. It includes 10 officials, including Rustem Umerov as its head.

Politics • January 23, 10:47 AM • 5220 views
Zelenskyy expanded the delegation for negotiations in Abu Dhabi: announced a call to discuss details

President Zelenskyy expanded the delegation for trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi, including Umerov, Budanov, Arakhamia, and military personnel. The details of the negotiations will be discussed by phone, and the results will be reported to the Europeans.

Politics • January 23, 08:53 AM • 3524 views
Delegations from Ukraine, the US, and Russia are heading to Abu Dhabi for trilateral talks on the war: what is known

Ukraine, the US, and Russia are planning trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi regarding conflict resolution. The main issue remains territorial control in eastern Ukraine.

Politics • January 23, 07:54 AM • 39808 views
What the American delegation and Putin agreed upon in Moscow

Donald Trump's special envoys and Putin agreed to establish a trilateral working group on security issues with the participation of Ukraine. The meeting will begin in the UAE this Friday.

Politics • January 23, 01:52 AM • 32280 views
Budanov, Umerov, Kyslytsia, and Arakhamia will go to the meeting in the UAE from Ukraine tomorrow - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy announced the composition of the Ukrainian delegation for negotiations with the US and Russia in the UAE. It will include Budanov, Umerov, Kyslytsia, Arakhamia, and Hnatov.

War in Ukraine • January 22, 04:07 PM • 3862 views
It cannot be said that peace will come tomorrow, but a lot of effort is being made: Budanov on negotiations with the US

The Head of the Office of the President, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that negotiations on ending the war are ongoing with the participation of the US and Ukraine. He noted restrained optimism regarding this process.

Politics • January 21, 10:21 AM • 3587 views
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 • January 20, 02:13 PM • 3851 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 • January 20, 12:35 PM • 4395 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 • January 20, 11:37 AM • 3525 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 • 8232 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 • 6055 views