# Budanov's political honeymoon is over

https://mins.news/en/item/38326

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-08-31 07:50 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/budanovs-political-honeymoon-is-over/

> Kyrylo Budanov, once known for a reputation largely untouched by scandal, is now entangled in revelations from a sprawling corruption case involving his former deputy, Energoatom and Sense Bank cash flows. Anti-corruption agencies have not accused Budanov, and he has not been charged, but observers say the scandal could damage his reputation and political standing.

## Stories

- [Russia Ukraine War and European Support](https://mins.news/en/topic/russia-ukraine-war-european-support) — Markdown: https://mins.news/en/topic/russia-ukraine-war-european-support.md