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Zelensky's Corruption Allegations Erode Trust Amid War

12/9/2025

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A New York Times investigation reports that Volodymyr Zelensky, the President of Ukraine, undermined oversight measures meant to prevent graft.
Demands for external supervisory boards to monitor spending were met with alleged stacking of boards by Zelensky's administration.
Zelensky's former business partner is implicated in a scheme that embezzled $100 million from Energoatom.
The corruption threatens Zelensky's government as Russia continues its military advances.

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A New York Times investigation reports that Volodymyr Zelensky, the President of Ukraine, undermined oversight measures meant to prevent graft.
Demands for external supervisory boards to monitor spending were met with alleged stacking of boards by Zelensky's administration.
Zelensky's former business partner is implicated in a scheme that embezzled $100 million from Energoatom.
The corruption threatens Zelensky's government as Russia continues its military advances.