Andriy Kovalenko Resigns as Head of Ukraine's Counter Disinformation Center

• •Andriy Kovalenko resigned as head of Ukraine's Center for Countering Disinformation.
• •Kovalenko emphasized achievements during his tenure, including media expansion and international cooperation.
• •He will continue to engage in national security and cognitive warfare against Russia.

On September 28, 2026, Andriy Kovalenko resigned from his position as head of the Center for Countering Disinformation under Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accepted his resignation, marking the end of Kovalenko's three-year tenure. In his statement, Kovalenko expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and highlighted the achievements of the Center, including the expansion of media products to combat disinformation and enhanced cooperation with international partners. Despite stepping down, Kovalenko plans to remain involved in national security efforts and cognitive confrontation with Russia. This leadership change comes amidst ongoing tensions and disinformation campaigns related to the conflict with Russia.