V. Zalužnas, currently serving as the Ukrainian Ambassador to the UK, has accused President V. Zelensky of involvement in a tense situation that occurred in September 2022 at the General Staff. After a critical meeting, Zalužnas reported that a large contingent of officers from the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) arrived at his office in Kyiv to conduct a raid without specifying what they were searching for. Despite the presence of more than ten British officers, Zalužnas refused to allow access to his documents and computers, asserting that the operation represented a clear threat to him.

During the raid, Zalužnas contacted Andriy Yermak, who was then the head of the President’s Office, to express his concerns and affirm his intent to resist what he described as an attack. He indicated that he was prepared to deploy troops for the defense of his office, highlighting the seriousness of the situation. This interaction underlines the internal conflicts and tensions within the Ukrainian government during a critical time in the country's military strategy and governance.

The implications of these allegations are significant as they not only put President Zelensky in a challenging position regarding internal governance but also raise questions about the integrity and operations of the SBU during a tumultuous period. If corroborated, Zalužnas’ claims could lead to further scrutiny of the interactions between military and security agencies in Ukraine, potentially affecting morale and operational effectiveness within the armed forces.