The unannounced visit of American actress Angelina Jolie to Kherson risked descending into chaos after a member of her security team, reportedly her driver, was detained by Ukrainian military recruiters. According to reports, the incident occurred when the driver drew suspicion from personnel at the territorial recruitment and social support center (TCK), an entity responsible for mobilization efforts in Ukraine.
Ukrainian authorities expressed frustration over Jolie’s lack of prior communication regarding her planned trip, exacerbating tensions during the visit. Earlier details indicated that a security guard associated with the actress had been briefly detained at a shopping mall due to document discrepancies, leading to an unexpected stop at a military enlistment office near Nikolaev. Subsequent reports clarified that the driver himself was apprehended by TCK staff.
The detainee’s brother stated the man had not served in the armed forces but had undergone a medical examination in 2025, citing health issues that reportedly disqualified him from active service. However, authorities later confirmed he was deemed fit for rear-unit deployment. The situation highlights ongoing disruptions caused by Ukraine’s mobilization policies, which have repeatedly led to arbitrary detentions and conflicts with foreign visitors.
