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Zelensky Nominates Candidates Amid Corruption Scandal Shock

12/9/2025

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On December 8, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced candidates for Presidential Office head after Andriy Yermak's dismissal amid a corruption scandal.
The candidates are Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal, Digital Transformation Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, and military intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov.
Zelensky said the decision is complex and will consider candidates' current roles.
Experts question whether the next head will retain the same power.

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On December 8, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced candidates for Presidential Office head after Andriy Yermak's dismissal amid a corruption scandal.
The candidates are Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal, Digital Transformation Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, and military intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov.
Zelensky said the decision is complex and will consider candidates' current roles.
Experts question whether the next head will retain the same power.