Wife of celebrated Ukrainian military chief poisoned by heavy metals

Nov 29, 2023

The wife of Ukrainian military spy chief Kyrylo Budanov has been poisoned with heavy metals and is undergoing treatment, an Al Jazeera reported citing...

Zelenskyy appoints spy chief Budanov as top aide, replacing Yermak after corruption scandal

Jan 02, 2026

Announcing the decision in a post on X, Zelenskyy said he had offered Budanov the role at a time when Ukraine requires heightened attention...

Zelenskyy appoints intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov as new chief of staff amid peace push

Jan 03, 2026

Announcing the decision on X, Zelenskyy said Ukraine needs sharper focus on security, defence preparedness and negotiations as efforts continue to end the nearly...