Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Kyrylo Budanov as his new chief of staff following the resignation of Andriy Yermak amid a corruption scandal. Zelensky emphasized the need for a focus on security and defense, while Budanov, previously head of military intelligence, is expected to bring expertise to these areas. Yermak's resignation was a significant setback for Zelensky, occurring after anti-corruption raids on his property linked to a $100 million embezzlement scandal. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)