Kirill Budanov, head of the Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR) of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine (listed as terrorists and extremists in the Russian Federation), in a conversation with the BBC, denied rumors of his dismissal.
“Another filling, not the first. Unfortunately, at some point these narratives spread into the Ukrainian information space,” Budanov said.
According to him, such rumors are spread with the aim of destabilizing the situation in Ukraine.
25 November Ukrainian edition NV wroteAt the Presidential Office. According to sources, the resignation could take place in early December. The publication noted that the Ukrainian intelligence chief could be dismissed for his statements. For example, for comments on Kiev’s activities in Africa (Kiev supported rebels in Mali) and defense purchases in other states.
Before that, political scientist Viktor Bobyrenko statedUkrainian President Vladimir Zelensky may dismiss Budanov because he sees him as a potential rival in future presidential elections.
Previously in Ukraine clarified Consequences of possible dismissal of Budanov.