Marianna Budanova, the wife of Ukraine’s spy chief, Lt Gen Kyrylo Budanov has been poisoned.
She was reportedly poisoned with “heavy metals,” according to local media sources citing intelligence officials.
Mrs. Budanova, feeling unwell for an extended period, was admitted to the hospital, marking a deeply concerning incident that raises questions about potential motivations and perpetrators.
News website Babel initially broke the story, quoting intelligence officials who revealed that Mrs. Budanova is undergoing a course of treatment and will be closely monitored by doctors.
The substances used in the poisoning were described as not commonly found in everyday life or military operations. However, specific details were not provided.
While there is no public comment from Ukraine’s military intelligence on the reports, Ukrainska Pravda and other outlets later published similar information, citing their sources.
The alleged poisoning is not explicitly linked to Russia, leaving open the possibility of various actors behind the incident.
Lt Gen Budanov, leading the Main Directorate of Intelligence (DIU) of Ukraine’s defense ministry, has been a key figure in planning and executing military operations against Russian forces following the invasion in February 2022. The reports did not suggest that Gen Budanov was also targeted.
Sources indicated that several other intelligence officials may have been poisoned, adding a layer of complexity to the unfolding situation. The substances used are described as unconventional, raising concerns about the methods and intentions of those responsible.
The motivation behind the alleged poisoning remains unclear, and international attention is likely to focus on unraveling the mystery. As the situation develops, questions about the safety and security of key Ukrainian officials in the face of potential threats continue to loom large.
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