Under the Mother's Surname. Bakanov Arraged His Son to the SBU Right After the Russian Invasion — Media

Ukrainian Media Report That Bakanov Hid His Son to the SBU

The former head of the Security Service of Ukraine, Ivan Bakanov, appointed his son as a SBU employee right after the start of the Russian invasion.

This is reported by the Ukrainian media outlet "Obozrevatel", citing its sources.

The Son Was Hired Under the Mother's Surname

According to the publication, Bakanov's son, Artur, was hired to the SBU under his mother's surname.

He allegedly works in the department for the protection of state secrets.

The media outlet notes that Artur Bakanov does not have a higher education or experience in law enforcement.

The SBU has not yet commented on this information.

Bakanov Was Dismissed from the Post of SBU Head

On July 18, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Ivan Bakanov from the post of head of the SBU.

Vasyl Malyuk was appointed as the acting head of the Security Service of Ukraine.

The reasons for Bakanov's dismissal have not been officially announced.