Ukraine Corruption Investigations

Andriy Yermak resigned as President Volodymyr Zelensky’s chief of staff after anti‑corruption agents from NABU and the SAPO searched his Kyiv apartment in the presidential compound and his office, actions tied to "Operation Midas," a 15‑month, $100 million probe into alleged embezzlement of funds meant to repair Ukraine’s energy grid; Yermak says he has not been formally charged, cooperated with investigators and had lawyers present. His departure — accepted by Zelensky to "avoid rumors and speculation" — has intensified political fallout, with ministers removed, renewed calls for Yermak’s ouster, EU scrutiny, investigators naming Tymur Mindich as an alleged ringleader, and concerns the scandal could weaken Ukraine’s negotiating position in recent U.S.–Ukraine peace talks.