Kyril Budanov
Kyril Budanov is the head of Ukraine's military intelligence agency, HUR, known for his significant role in the ongoing conflict with Russia. Despite facing rumors and pressure regarding his position, he has consistently denied any intentions to resign, labeling such claims as Russian propaganda. His leadership has garnered support from the U.S. government, which has indicated that his removal at this critical juncture would be unwise, highlighting the complexities of Ukraine's internal power dynamics.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croatia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 4,105,267 | 3,735 | $68,000 | 62$ |
| North Macedonia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.14% | +0% | 2,083,374 | 2,846 | $12,800 | 17$ |
| Totals | 2 | 6,188,641 | 6,581 | $80,800 | 79$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
North Macedonia:
Kyril Budanov is the head of the Main Directorate of Intelligence included in the delegation.
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Croatia:
Kyril Budanov is the head of military intelligence included in the Ukrainian delegation.
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Ukraine:
Kyril Budanov is the head of the Main Intelligence Directorate involved in stabilization efforts in Pokrovsk.
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Ukraine:
Kyril Budanov is leading the stabilization efforts in Pokrovsk as part of the Ukrainian military intelligence.
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Croatia:
Kyril Budanov is the head of military intelligence who accepted the proposal to support Zaluzhnyi.
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Croatia:
Kyril Budanov is the head of military intelligence who accepted the proposal to support Zaluzhnyi.
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Croatia:
He is the head of military intelligence who accepted the proposed changes in leadership.
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Croatia:
Kyril Budanov, the popular head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, has previously attempted to remove Yermak.
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Croatia:
Kyril Budanov, head of the powerful military intelligence service HUR, has been balancing on the edge of dismissal.
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