# Zelensky’s chief of staff Budanov featured in tapes linked to latest corruption case, media say

https://mins.news/en/item/33159

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-08-26 13:24 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/zelenskys-chief-of-staff-budanov-features-in-tapes-linked-to-latest-corruption-case-media-say/

> Audio transcripts cited in court filings reportedly identify President Zelensky’s chief of staff, Kyrylo Budanov, as taking part in conversations recorded during a major corruption investigation. The case involves allegations of corporate raiding and money laundering against former officials and other suspects. The President’s Office has been asked for comment.

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