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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 announced expanded support for veteransPhoto

The Head of the Presidential Office discussed providing veterans with housing and their employment in government bodies. Regions have been instructed to increase funding for veteran programs.

Society • March 18, 05:51 PM • 7972 views
Japanese boxer appeared with Ukrainian symbols at weigh-in before title fight

Nanae Yamaka appeared at the weigh-in before the OPBF fight with Ukrainian symbols on her uniform. Kyrylo Budanov thanked the athlete and Japan for their solidarity.

Sports • March 11, 04:16 PM • 5033 views
The Coordination Headquarters has conducted over 70 prisoner exchanges in four years, managing to return more than 8,000 citizens - Budanov

The Coordination Headquarters has conducted over 70 prisoner exchanges during its operation. Kyrylo Budanov reported on the release of military personnel and civilians.

War in Ukraine • March 11, 02:02 PM • 2835 views
Strong managers, not professional politicians: expert on the good prospects of the Terekhov-Kim party

Strong managers, not professional politicians - expert on the good prospects of the Terekhov-Kim party.

Politics • March 11, 12:07 PM • 4800 views
Budanov confirmed the existence of a certain calendar schedule for achieving peace with Russia

The head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, confirmed the existence of a calendar schedule for ending the war. Ukraine is moving within the defined timeframes, despite the dynamic nature of the situation.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 11:20 PM • 10833 views
Budanov denied rumors about the possibility of a repeated Russian offensive on Kyiv from Belarus

The head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, denied rumors of a new offensive on Kyiv from Belarus. Intelligence has not recorded any signs of the formation of strike groups, and the situation on the northern borders is under control.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 10:11 PM • 5442 views
Russia stated its readiness to accept security guarantees for Ukraine from the US - Budanov

The head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, announced that the Russian Federation has agreed to accept security guarantees for Ukraine from the United States. He sees some progress on this issue.

Politics • February 28, 06:34 PM • 11251 views
The Ukrainian people will not agree to territorial concessions to Russia - Budanov

The Head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that the Ukrainian people will not agree to territorial concessions to Russia. All occupied territories will remain temporarily occupied and will be liberated.

War in Ukraine • February 26, 07:56 PM • 13424 views
Conditions must be created under which Russia will cease to exist as an empire - Budanov

The Head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that changes in regimes in Russia will not alter its imperialistic thinking. He believes that conditions should be created under which Russia will cease to exist as an empire, and several regional national states will emerge on its territory.

Politics • February 26, 06:58 PM • 5183 views
The next round of peace talks may take place this week - Budanov

The Head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that another round of negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine could take place at the end of this week. He noted that the talks are progressing, but the parties need to make final decisions.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 09:07 PM • 10001 views
Peace talks should not just end the war, but also prevent a repeat of Russian aggression - Budanov

The Head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, emphasized that peace talks must prevent a repeat of Russian aggression. He noted that Ukraine is moving forward in negotiations, but the parties need to make final decisions.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 02:16 PM • 4827 views
Budanov on prisoner exchange: I hope it happens this week

Head of the President's Office Kyrylo Budanov expects a prisoner exchange this week. It concerns a significant number of people, more than the previous time.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 12:49 PM • 4249 views
Zelenskyy convenes special meeting on further peace steps

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has convened a special meeting with the Ukrainian negotiating team returning from Geneva. The meeting will discuss further peace steps and coordination of positions with partners.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 07:44 PM • 9757 views
We cannot say that the result is sufficient - Zelenskyy on negotiations in Geneva

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the results of the negotiations in Geneva are insufficient. He emphasized the need for further meetings, preferably in February, with the participation of European countries.

Politics • February 18, 06:39 PM • 4750 views
Talks in Geneva were difficult but important - Budanov

Kyrylo Budanov announced the completion of another round of negotiations in Geneva, calling it difficult but important. The next round is scheduled for the near future.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 01:57 PM • 3410 views
Land and territories will be the main topic of the Geneva talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the US today – Reuters

The third round of trilateral talks between Ukraine, Russia, and the US begins in Geneva. Moscow's territorial claims remain the main stumbling block.

Politics • February 17, 04:45 AM • 27612 views
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 • 38528 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 • 6794 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 • 44143 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 • 3789 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 • 9349 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 • 4723 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 • 5019 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 • 4585 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 • 13188 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 • 24653 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 • 26125 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 • 3179 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 • 6065 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 • 7659 views