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Ukraine's military intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov.

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Ukraine’s spy chief expects 2025 ceasefire but warns peacekeeping missions will fail without NATO guarantees

Budanov's surprising ceasefire prediction comes amid escalating US-Ukraine tensions and growing European alarm over Trump's unilateral approach to Russia negotiations.

byOlena Mukhina

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Ukrainian spies detonate explosive-rigged FPV goggles across Russia, targeting drone operators

Russian military drone teams, previously considered safe behind front lines, now face a critical security dilemma as essential equipment becomes a potential threat to operators' lives.

byOlena Mukhina

Ukraine spy chief: Russia aided HAMAS attack with drone tactics

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North Korea gains combat experience, improves weapons through Russian war, Ukrainian intel says

Intel chief Budanov says this creates future security concerns for Asia-Pacific nations.

byYuri Zoria

Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine. Photo: Dmytro Larin, Ukrainska Pravda.

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Every Russian tank destroyed by Kyiv troops protects Poland, says Ukrainian spy chief Budanov

Ukraine's intelligence chief Budanov warns of Russian attempts to divide Ukraine and Poland through historical grievances while emphasizing their alliance is essential for European security.

byOlena Mukhina

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Ukraine intelligence chief’s Birthday gift: Ukraine cyberattack disrupts Russian military logistics

On 4 January, coinciding with intelligence chief Budanov's birthday, Ukrainian cyber specialists struck RegionTransService, a key contractor supporting Russian military railways.

byVira Kravchuk

A Syrian rebel fighter, illustrative image. Photo via Eastnews.ua.

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The Washington Post: Ukraine helped Syrian rebels by supplying drones and providing ”other support”

Ukraine's covert operation highlights how Kyiv is taking its fight against Russian influence global.

byBenjamin Looijen

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Budanov says Russia planned genocide in Ukraine in 2022, starting with executions of teachers, journalists, and clergy

Before invading Ukraine, Russia prepared mass executions, mobile crematoriums, and mass graves, showing deliberate intent to commit genocide, Ukrainian Intelligence Chief Kyrylo Budanov reveals.

byOlena Mukhina

Illustrative image of a Russian ICBM launcher. Photo via Wikimedia.

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Defense Intelligence of Ukraine reveals details of ballistic missile used by Russia on Dnipro

According to Ukrainian intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov, Russia's choice to use it in a non-nuclear configuration is meant as a warning to frighten Ukraine and the West.

byBenjamin Looijen

north korean soldiers receiving military-issued gear base russia october 2024 ukrainian government-run telegram channel spravdi dprk rushka

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Zelenskyy: North Korean troops will join Russia’s war against Ukraine on 27-28 October

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander Syrskyi provided deployment dates during frontline briefing.

byYuri Zoria

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Does Russia face military collapse by 2026? Inside Ukraine’s strategic assessment

As tank reserves deplete and production stalls, intelligence analysis points to a critical deadline for Russia's war effort. Yet Putin's ability to sustain low-intensity conflict challenges this timeline

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Ukraine’s Intelligence Chief Budanov leads key operation in Vovchansk

The special mission, which eliminated dozens of elite Russian fighters, resulted in full Ukrainian control of the Vovchansk Aggregate Plant after weeks of planning.

byOlena Mukhina

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Ukraine’s Intelligence Chief Budanov Calls for sanctions on components used in Russian missiles

Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukrainian military intelligence, pointed out the widespread use of Western electronics in Russian weaponry and called for a crackdown on the sale of dual-use goods that continue to reach Russia in large quantities.

byOlena Mukhina

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Sources say Ukraine’s Military Intelligence Chief Budanov could be replaced soon

Kyrylo Budanov could soon leave his post as military intelligence chief, as sources suggest tensions with the Head of the President's Office Andrii Yermak may be a key factor in his potential dismissal.

byOlena Mukhina

Russia knew of Crocus City Hall terror plot by 15 Feb - Budanov

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Russia faces economic crisis peak by summer 2025, says Ukrainian intelligence

Ukrainian intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov has revealed that North Korean munitions are having a substantial impact on the intensity of combat operations in Ukraine.

byMaria Tril

Kyrylo Budanov, the chief of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine. Source: Armyinform.

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“Putin can never be trusted,” warns Ukraine’s intelligence chief Budanov on Remembrance Day of fallen defenders

Top Ukrainian military officials, including Intelligence Chief Kyrylo Budanov and Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, used the Day of Remembrance of Ukrainian fallen defenders to caution against trusting Russian promises, citing the 2014 Ilovaisk tragedy, when Russian troops killed 366 Ukrainian soldiers, retreating through a “green corridor.”

byVira Kravchuk

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The War Zone: Budanov confirms drone attacks on signals intelligence center near Moscow

Kyrylo Budanov, chief of Ukraine's Intelligence agency, disclosed to The War Zone that Ukraine targeted a signals intelligence center and airport near Moscow, as well as an airbase in Rostov Oblast, deploying approximately 50 drones, which Russian authorities claim to have “successfully” intercepted.

byVira Kravchuk

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Ukraine can not fight until 2044, says Ukraine’s spy chief

At a closed meeting, Kyrylo Budanov highlighted the economic and human resource challenges Ukraine faces.

byOlena Mukhina

Possibly Ukrainian tanks that breached into the Russian border in Kursk Oblast.

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Mixed forces allegedly breach into Russian Kursk Oblast from Ukrainian side

The group attempting to breach the Russian border in Kursk Oblast reportedly consisted of members from the Russian Volunteer Corps, Ukraine's 22nd Separate Mechanized Brigade, and territorial defense units and was allegedly orchestrated by Kyrylo Budanov, Ukraine's head of military intelligence.

byVira Kravchuk

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Russia’s attack on Ukraine from north is already ongoing – Budanov

Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate, has warned that the year ahead will bring few positive developments, as Russia plans and conducts new offensives in Ukraine.

byOlena Mukhina

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Ukraine’s spy chief: Situation remains difficult, but there will be no Armageddon

He said Ukraine would do everything possible to "minimize Russian successes." However, when asked whether Ukraine would be able to hold the town of Chasiv Yar, Budanov said: "I will refrain from answering."

byBenjamin Looijen