[69528] Budanov's 'Red List': Presidential Chief of Staff responds to the mysterious notebook
[69528] Budanov's 'Red List': Presidential Chief of Staff responds to the mysterious notebook
Reports about a red notebook lying on the desk of Ukrainian Presidential Chief of Staff Kyrylo Budanov have sparked great curiosity, with him offering a simple solution to avoid being included in it.
The storm surrounding the 'Red List' in Budanov's office
In recent days, a prominent red notebook lying on the desk of Ukrainian Presidential Chief of Staff Kyrylo Budanov has become the focus of widespread media interest. On the cover of the notebook, the inscription reads: "List of f*ckers 2026". As reported on Труха⚡️Україна, known for its support of the current political and military leadership in Ukraine, Budanov addressed the issue with a smile and stated: "Love Ukraine - and you won't end up on my list".
Reports that appeared on many Telegram channels, including Реальна Війна and Україна Online, note that the notebook has become "thick" and is constantly updated. 24 Канал added technical details, according to which Budanov is now operating from a room previously used by a chauffeur, rather than the office once occupied by Andriy Yermak.
While some channels treated the event with a humorous or supportive tone, channels like Ukraine context qualified that "the real list is not on paper, but in Kyrylo Alekseevich's head". Conversely, sources identified with various political currents reported the event as a sign of the continuation of the current administration's national-aggressive line.
Despite the blunt and controversial wording on the notebook's cover, Budanov's message was defined by many media channels as a "strong message" intended to create unity around national identity. All sources agree that this is a deliberate media maneuver designed to send a deterrent message to anyone perceived by the authorities as acting against Ukraine's interests.