Zelensky Dismisses Chief of Staff Andriy Yermak Following Anti-Corruption Investigation Amid Critical US-Russia Peace Talks

Nov 29, 2025 01:25 am CST

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed his powerful chief of staff Andriy Yermak following anti-corruption raids, creating political uncertainty at a critical moment when Ukraine faces both an intensified Russian offensive and controversial US-proposed peace negotiations. The removal of Yermak, who was recently appointed as Ukraine's top negotiator with the US, comes amid allegations of his involvement in a $100-million energy sector kickback scheme that has sparked public outrage during Ukraine's ongoing energy crisis.