World Dec 04 Watch 6:31 Corruption scandal rocks Ukraine as it fights for survival against Russia's invasion A sprawling energy-sector scandal is rocking Ukraine. Last week, the country was shocked by the exit of President Zelenskyy’s chief of staff, Andriy Yermak. Ukraine's second most powerful man resigned after the state anti-corruption body raided his home. As Jack… By Jack Hewson, Zeba Warsi
World Nov 28 Watch 4:17 Top Zelenskyy aide resigns in midst of Ukraine corruption scandal A political earthquake in Ukraine has taken place as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s chief of staff Andrii Yermak, the country’s second-most-powerful person, was forced to resign amid a corruption scandal. This comes as Ukraine is enmeshed in negotiations with the Trump… By John Yang, Sonia Kopelev, Jack Hewson
World Nov 28 Zelenskyy's chief of staff resigns as Ukraine corruption investigation widens Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced Friday the resignation of his powerful chief of staff, Andrii Yermak, who was also the country's lead negotiator in talks with the U.S, after Yermak's residence was searched by anti-corruption investigators. By Illia Novikov, Isobel Koshiw, Associated Press
World Nov 12 Top Ukrainian ministers submit their resignations as major corruption scandal unfolds As Russia’s renewed attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure cause rolling blackouts ahead of winter, a major embezzlement and kickbacks scandal involving the state-owned nuclear power company has put top officials under scrutiny. By Samya Kullab, Associated Press
Jul 31 Ukraine's Parliament approves law restoring independence of anti-graft watchdogs following backlash By Illia Novikov, Associated Press The move on Thursday reversed his contentious move last week that curbed their power and brought an outcry. Continue reading
Jul 24 After public outcry and EU criticism, Zelenskyy announces new anti-graft bill in Ukraine By Illia Novikov, Associated Press Opponents said the legal changes had reduced the independence of anti-corruption watchdogs. Zelenskyy unexpectedly revealed a draft bill on Thursday aimed at addressing those concerns. Continue reading
Jul 16 WATCH: Feds charge 5 in Louisiana, including 3 current or ex-police chiefs, over alleged visa fraud scheme By Sara Cline, Jim Mustian, Associated Press U.S. Attorney Alexander C. Van Hook said at a news conference Wednesday that the forged police reports would indicate that the immigrant was a victim of a crime. Continue reading
Jun 17 Former Sen. Bob Menendez to begin serving 11-year sentence for accepting bribes of gold and cash By Michael R. Sisak, Larry Neumeister, Associated Press The federal Bureau of Prisons confirmed that the New Jersey Democrat is in custody at the Federal Correctional Institution, Schuylkill in Minersville, Pennsylvania. Continue reading
Apr 21 Nadine Menendez, wife of former senator, convicted in bribery scheme By Larry Neumeister, Associated Press Menendez was convicted Monday of teaming up with her husband to accept bribes of cash, gold bars and a luxury car from three New Jersey men looking for help with their business dealings or legal troubles. Continue reading