Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Oleh Khramov, head of the Department of Protection of State Secrets at the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), following a shootout between rival intelligence officers in Kyiv on Wednesday. The incident, captured on video and widely shared on social media, involved an exchange of fire between two vehicles on the streets of Kyiv, sparking public outrage. Zelenskyy’s decision to remove Khramov came hours after the footage circulated, signaling a swift response to internal security failures.

The SBU has not publicly commented on the dismissal or the circumstances of the shootout. The event highlights ongoing tensions within Ukraine’s security apparatus amid the ongoing war with Russia. Analysts warn such internal conflicts could undermine national security efforts.

The government has pledged to investigate the incident fully. No injuries were reported in the shootout, according to preliminary accounts. The dismissal underscores Zelenskyy’s insistence on accountability within state institutions.

The SBU remains a critical pillar of Ukraine’s defense and intelligence operations.