The head of Ukraine’s Security Service, Vasyl Malyuk, was called to the Verkhovna Rada amid renewed scrutiny over the monitoring of journalists. This update was also shared by Deputy Yaroslav Zheleznyak on his Telegram channel.
Following the remarks of the Committee on Freedom of Expression chair, Yaroslav Yurchyshyn, concerning the tapping of Bihus.Info journalists, a vote was held to summon the SBU chief to the parliament. The tally showed a clear majority in favor, with 159 lawmakers supporting the move.
Earlier, Ukraine’s Justice Minister Denis Malyuska emphasized ongoing oversight of the country’s security services and their activities, signaling a push for greater transparency in the operations of the nation’s special agencies.
In a separate development, the SBU announced charges against an individual connected with Ukraine’s Supreme Court, accusing the person of backing the Russian Federation. The case centers on allegations that the official justified Russia’s actions and undermined Ukraine’s sovereignty in discussions with subordinates, a stance the authorities condemns as aggression and interference. The charges reflect the service’s stance that loyalty to the state and its constitutional framework must be maintained, even as tensions with neighboring powers remain high.
Meanwhile, reports have circulated about leaks from the Armed Forces headquarters, suggesting that sensitive information might be disseminated beyond controlled channels. The implications of such disclosures are being weighed against the need for operational security and national defense accountability.