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President Zelenskyy’s Chief of Staff Steps Down Following Anti-Corruption Investigation

Young man sitting on a car holding a Ukrainian flag admist a protest following anti-corruption investigation of President Zelensky's Chief of Staff
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Today, President Zelenskyy’s chief of staff Andriy Yermak has resigned following an anti-corruption investigation by NABU and SAPO. 

Nova Ukraine hails this development as proof that the country’s post-Maidan anti-corruption institutions — NABU, launched in 2015, and SAPO, its prosecutorial arm — are fearlessly targeting even the president’s inner circle, as designed to break old corrupt networks and secure EU integration.

Now more than ever, Ukraine, its sitting president, and its anti-corruption investigators need unwavering allied support, including military aid, funding, and political cover, but not ultimatums to cede land to Russia for a shaky ceasefire.

“Ukraine should not be forced to trade its sovereignty just as it shows a strong commitment to independence and rule of law; a lasting victory demands defeating both Russian occupiers and internal graft,” said Nova Ukraine Board Director Dr. Igor Markov.

“The news shows Ukraine’s anti-corruption agencies are working as intended. I am encouraged to see that, given that we have funded multiple anti-corruption projects over the years and have supported civil society as a core value from the very start of Nova Ukraine, 12 years ago,” said Nova Ukraine Chairman and Co-Founder Mikola (Nick) Bilogorskiy.

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Nov 28, 2025

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Young man sitting on a car holding a Ukrainian flag admist a protest following anti-corruption investigation of President Zelensky's Chief of Staff
Nov 28, 2025

Nova Ukraine

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Today, President Zelenskyy’s chief of staff Andriy Yermak has resigned following an anti-corruption investigation by NABU and SAPO. 

Nova Ukraine hails this development as proof that the country’s post-Maidan anti-corruption institutions — NABU, launched in 2015, and SAPO, its prosecutorial arm — are fearlessly targeting even the president’s inner circle, as designed to break old corrupt networks and secure EU integration.

Now more than ever, Ukraine, its sitting president, and its anti-corruption investigators need unwavering allied support, including military aid, funding, and political cover, but not ultimatums to cede land to Russia for a shaky ceasefire.

“Ukraine should not be forced to trade its sovereignty just as it shows a strong commitment to independence and rule of law; a lasting victory demands defeating both Russian occupiers and internal graft,” said Nova Ukraine Board Director Dr. Igor Markov.

“The news shows Ukraine’s anti-corruption agencies are working as intended. I am encouraged to see that, given that we have funded multiple anti-corruption projects over the years and have supported civil society as a core value from the very start of Nova Ukraine, 12 years ago,” said Nova Ukraine Chairman and Co-Founder Mikola (Nick) Bilogorskiy.

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We greatly value your support, and it is indeed crucial. Please consider donating monthly. Your consistent contributions are vital to sustaining our efforts and driving meaningful change over time. Your commitment will make a lasting difference, and we sincerely appreciate your consideration. Donate now or learn how you can help.

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