Pakistan, Jan. 3 -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed military intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov as his new presidential chief of staff. The move follows Andriy Yermak's resignation amid a high-profile corruption scandal. Zelensky emphasized the need to prioritize security and defence amid Russia's ongoing invasion.

Budanov, 39, led Hur military intelligence and oversaw successful strikes against Russian forces. He will now focus on updating strategic defence documents and strengthening Ukraine's security infrastructure. Zelensky praised Budanov's experience in security, defence, and diplomacy as crucial for current national challenges.

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