Russian President Vladimir Putin has appointed Lieutenant Colonel Artyom Zhoga, a former military officer from eastern Ukraine, to Russia's National Security Council. Zhoga gained prominence after publicly urging Putin to seek re-election in 2025. As one of 21 non-permanent members on the council, Zhoga will join key officials and agency leaders in overseeing national security and strategic policy.

Source: https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2024/10/25/putin-appoints-former-separatist-commander-to-security-council-a86811