Maliuk steps down as head of SBU

According to Ukrinform, Maliuk's statement was published on the SBU website.

As Maliuk emphasized, he will remain within the SBU system to carry out world-class asymmetric special operations that will continue to inflict maximum damage on the enemy.

He also expressed confidence that "a strong and modern special service is the key to the security of our state. The changes being implemented by the President of Ukraine in the defense sector are aimed at this, and I thank him. I believe in a just peace and the prosperity of Ukraine."

"With great gratitude for the support – to the Service's staff, all my brothers-in-arms, and the people of Ukraine. Eternal honor to those who gave their lives for our future," Maliuk stressed.

As Ukrinform previously reported, President Volodymyr Zelensky and Vasyl Maliuk discussed candidates for the post of head of the SBU.

Zelensky stated that Maliuk will remain within the SBU system and will focus there on combat work – conducting asymmetric operations against the enemy.

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