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Ukraine's top negotiator Umerov to head foreign intelligence service

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Posted on August 3, 2026

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· Last updated: August 3, 2026

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Ukraine’s Rustem Umerov Steps In As Chief of Foreign Intelligence Service

Appointment of Rustem Umerov as Chief of Foreign Intelligence

Background and Announcement

KYIV, Aug 3 (Reuters) - Ukraine's Rustem Umerov, its top negotiator in U.S.-backed talks with Russia, will be appointed chief of foreign intelligence, Ukraine's public broadcaster reported on Monday, citing President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. 

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Yuliia Dysa; Editing by Hugh Lawson)

Key Takeaways

  • Umerov has held prominent roles including Defense Minister (from Sep 2023) and Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council (since July 18, 2025) (rnbo.gov.ua).
  • He has served as the chief negotiator in U.S.-backed peace talks with Russia, highlighting his diplomatic role (reutersconnect.com).
  • The Foreign Intelligence Service has been without a permanent head since January 2026, when Oleh Ivashchenko moved to lead Defense Intelligence; Umerov’s appointment would fill that vacancy (newsukraine.rbc.ua).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Rustem Umerov?
Rustem Umerov is Ukraine's top negotiator in U.S.-backed talks with Russia.
What position is Umerov being appointed to?
Umerov is being appointed as the chief of Ukraine's foreign intelligence service.
Who reported Umerov’s appointment?
Ukraine's public broadcaster reported Umerov’s appointment, citing President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
Which talks was Umerov involved in?
Umerov was involved in U.S.-backed talks with Russia.
When was the appointment reported?
The appointment was reported on Monday, August 3rd.

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