By — Illia Novikov, Associated Press Illia Novikov, Associated Press By — Isobel Koshiw, Associated Press Isobel Koshiw, Associated Press Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-resigns-as-ukraine-corruption-investigation-widens Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Zelenskyy’s chief of staff resigns as Ukraine corruption investigation widens World Nov 28, 2025 10:57 AM EST KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced Friday the resignation of his powerful chief of staff, Andrii Yermak, whose residence was searched earlier in the day by anti-corruption investigators. Yermak has been Ukraine’s lead negotiator in peace talks with Russia and the United States. READ MORE: EU warns Ukraine to crack down on corruption in wake of energy scandal The unprecedented searches at the heart of Ukraine’s government come at a time when Kyiv is under intense U.S. pressure to sign a peace deal nearly four years after Russia invaded. This story is developing and will be updated. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now By — Illia Novikov, Associated Press Illia Novikov, Associated Press By — Isobel Koshiw, Associated Press Isobel Koshiw, Associated Press
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced Friday the resignation of his powerful chief of staff, Andrii Yermak, whose residence was searched earlier in the day by anti-corruption investigators. Yermak has been Ukraine’s lead negotiator in peace talks with Russia and the United States. READ MORE: EU warns Ukraine to crack down on corruption in wake of energy scandal The unprecedented searches at the heart of Ukraine’s government come at a time when Kyiv is under intense U.S. pressure to sign a peace deal nearly four years after Russia invaded. This story is developing and will be updated. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now