The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) announced via its Telegram channel that a listening device was discovered in one of the rooms that the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Valery Zaluzhny, could use as a work space in the future. This finding has sparked an urgent review of security arrangements around the highest military leadership, with authorities outlining the steps being taken to understand how the device ended up there and what risk it might pose to sensitive strategic discussions.
According to the SBU, criminal proceedings have been opened regarding the discovery of the technical device at a location that could be associated with the Commander-in-Chief. The agency stated that the case falls under provisions dealing with unlawful acquisition, sale, or use of special technical means intended to obtain information. The formal investigation aims to determine the origin of the device, its capabilities, and whether any parties were attempting to intercept communications connected to senior military decision-makers.
The SBU stressed that the device was not located in the commander-in-chief’s primary office, but rather in a room that could be used for work in the future. Officials indicated that the device could not operate without a storage medium or a remote transmission channel for voice recordings. The device has been sent for technical examination to establish its exact functionality and potential connection to other devices, should one exist. This indicates a careful, methodical approach to assess risk and safeguard ongoing operations.
Reports circulating in the press, including Ukrayinska Pravda, referenced by unnamed sources, claim that listening devices were found not only in the commander-in-chief’s vicinity but also among the staff who work with him. The implications of such findings are broad, touching on the integrity of communications, personnel security, and continuity planning for high-level command structures. Analysts note that even rumors of eavesdropping can create an atmosphere of heightened vigilance as security teams verify every potential vulnerability.
Earlier broadcasts by RBC-Ukraine suggested that listening devices were located in Zaluzhny’s office, while Ukrainian Pravda later reported that the devices appeared to be linked to the commander-in-chief and some of his associates. The evolving narrative underscores the complexity of modern security environments, where threats can originate from multiple sources and require coordinated investigative and protective actions across agencies. In parallel, discussions within the security community emphasize strict procedures for handling sensitive spaces, with reinforced access controls and routine sweeps as standard practice to prevent recurrence.
There has been broader public commentary about the measures taken to review and tighten security around senior leadership. The situation highlights the ongoing need for robust oversight, transparent reporting, and rapid containment of any incidents that could affect strategic decision-making or civilian-military coordination. While the exact details of ongoing investigations remain confidential, authorities continue to stress that maintaining secure, interference-free channels is essential for the effectiveness and safety of Ukraine’s armed forces in challenging circumstances. (Citation: official SBU release; media reports from Ukrayinska Pravda and RBC-Ukraine, with attribution to respective sources)