President Zelensky of Ukraine has replaced the leadership of the Security Service (SBU), dismissing Vasyl Malyuk and appointing Maj-Gen Yevhenii Khmara, amid ongoing tensions with Russia and internal security challenges. The move has sparked debate within Ukraine, with some viewing it as short-sighted and influenced by political rivalries, while others see Khmara as a capable choice to continue asymmetric operations against Russia. The reshuffle is part of broader changes in Zelensky's top team during a critical phase of the war.
Ukraine's security service chief Vasyl Maliuk resigned amid a major government reshuffle led by President Zelenskyy, who aims to strengthen asymmetric operations against Russia. The reshuffle also involved key appointments in military and intelligence agencies, partly driven by anti-corruption investigations and political realignments, signaling Zelenskyy's efforts to consolidate power and enhance Ukraine's security and diplomatic efforts.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has replaced the head of the country's security service, Vasyl Malyuk, as part of a major security and defense shake-up amid ongoing tensions with Russia. Malyuk, known for his role in high-profile operations against Russian targets, will remain within the SBU in a new capacity, while Yevhen Khmara serves as interim head. Zelenskyy also announced other key personnel changes to strengthen Ukraine's internal resilience and diplomatic efforts.
