Zelensky orders "certain measures" after intelligence briefing
On Wednesday, November 12, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky heard a report from Kyrylo Budanov, the head of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (GUR). The head of the intelligence agency spoke about the plans of the Russian occupiers for the first half of 2026.
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Zelensky on Budanov's report and Russia's plans
On November 12, Volodymyr Zelensky received a briefing from Kyrylo Budanov, the head of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine. According to Budanov, the report contained many non-public details.
Of the information that could be discussed publicly, Budanov reported on the available data regarding Russia's plans for the first half of next year. He also reported on the key aspects of the geopolitical situation around Ukraine.
The president noted that Ukraine is monitoring and limiting Russian ties in key regions around the world.
Additionally, Zelensky and Budanov discussed military intelligence operations with our other forces. The president ordered "certain measures in Ukraine’s interests".
A report was delivered by Chief of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov. Many details remain classified. Among the points that can be shared publicly, Kyrylo reported on the available intelligence regarding Russia’s plans for the first half of next year, as well as… pic.twitter.com/Y04GoAmUle
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) November 12, 2025
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