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Ukraine Parliament Approves Shmyhal as Deputy PM, Energy Minister
Energy

Ukraine Parliament Approves Shmyhal as Deputy PM, Energy Minister

Ukraine’s parliament appointed Denys Shmyhal as deputy prime minister and energy minister after a second vote, following a failed attempt a day earlier.
By Kateryna Zakharchenko
Jan. 14, 2026
Digital Chief Fedorov Becomes Ukraine’s Youngest-Ever Defense Minister
War in Ukraine

Digital Chief Fedorov Becomes Ukraine’s Youngest-Ever Defense Minister

Fedorov, former head of the Ministry of Digital Transformation and first vice prime minister, told parliament he will immediately launch a financial audit of the Defense Ministry.
By Kyiv Post
Jan. 14, 2026
Ukraine’s Anti-Corruption Bureau Raids Yulia Tymoshenko’s Party Offices Amid Bribery Allegations
Corruption

Ukraine’s Anti-Corruption Bureau Raids Yulia Tymoshenko’s Party Offices Amid Bribery Allegations

Investigators claim an unnamed suspect offered bribes to lawmakers from other factions in return for their votes. Ukrainian media reports that the suspect is former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko.
By Kyiv Post
Updated: Jan. 14, 2026
Ukraine Parliament Blocks Shmyhal as Energy Minister Amid Worsening Winter Energy Crisis
Ukraine

Ukraine Parliament Blocks Shmyhal as Energy Minister Amid Worsening Winter Energy Crisis

The energy ministry has lacked a head for almost two months as Ukraine grapples with a worsening energy crisis amid Russian attacks on critical infrastructure.
By Kyiv Post
Jan. 13, 2026
Ukraine Parliament Approves Dismissals for Major Wartime Reshuffle
War in Ukraine

Ukraine Parliament Approves Dismissals for Major Wartime Reshuffle

Ukraine’s parliament voted to dismiss Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal, Digital Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, and Security Service chief Vasyl Maliuk in a sweeping wartime shake-up.
By Kyiv Post
Jan. 13, 2026
The Case for a Ukrainian Senate
Ukraine

OPINION: The Case for a Ukrainian Senate

The war has consolidated a powerful sense of Ukrainian identity. After the war, its protection and development could be secured with the formation of a Ukrainian Senate.
By Charles Cockell
Jan. 4, 2026
Ukraine’s Major Government Shake-Ups of 2025
Zelensky

Ukraine’s Major Government Shake-Ups of 2025

This year has been a whirlwind for Ukrainian politics – the prime minister became defense minister, and Zelensky’s chief of staff is no longer… well, the chief of staff.
By Leo Chiu
Dec. 31, 2025
Ukraine Anti-Corruption Agency Tries to Raid Parliament
Corruption

Ukraine Anti-Corruption Agency Tries to Raid Parliament

Ukraine’s anti-corruption agency faced resistance while investigating lawmakers allegedly tied to a $100M energy sector kickback, as Zelensky heads to US peace talks.
By AFP
Dec. 27, 2025
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Second Attempt: Defense Ministry Revises Mobilization Bill

Second Attempt: Defense Ministry Revises Mobilization Bill

Ukraine’s Parliament Supports Draft Law on Lobbying

Ukraine’s Parliament Supports Draft Law on Lobbying

Ukraine’s Second Wartime Budget: Some Basic Figures

Ukraine’s Second Wartime Budget: Some Basic Figures

Ukraine Moves to Draft Wartime Election Law to Allow Voting During Martial Law
War in Ukraine

Ukraine Moves to Draft Wartime Election Law to Allow Voting During Martial Law

Ukraine is drafting a one-off wartime election law to ensure secure, democratic voting for soldiers, displaced people, and refugees abroad.
By Kateryna Zakharchenko
Dec. 23, 2025
Key Figures of Ukraine’s 2026 Wartime Budget in-depth
Ukraine

Key Figures of Ukraine’s 2026 Wartime Budget

Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada has passed the 2026 state budget with record defense and security spending as the war with Russia grinds on and shows no sign of any truce, burdening the finances.
By Olena Hrazhdan
Dec. 6, 2025
The Ghost of the Maidan: Political Turbulence Unfolds in Ukraine on the Anniversary of Two Revolutions
Zelensky

ANALYSIS: The Ghost of the Maidan: Political Turbulence Unfolds in Ukraine on the Anniversary of Two Revolutions

The corruption scandal involving people close to President Zelensky, and the unwillingness to make personnel changes in the highest echelons of power, remind many of the events of 12 or even 21 years ago. What do they have in common?
By Sergii Kostezh
Nov. 22, 2025
‘Everyone Must Work for Ukraine’ – Rumors of Yermak’s Demise Appear to Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
Zelensky

‘Everyone Must Work for Ukraine’ – Rumors of Yermak’s Demise Appear to Have Been Greatly Exaggerated

As Zelensky met with his parliamentary majority Thursday, he dispelled rumors that he would sack his right-hand man, Andriy Yermak, immediately in wake of a corruption scandal.
By John Moretti
Nov. 21, 2025
Government Under Fire – Political Consequences of ‘Mindichgate’
Zelensky

Government Under Fire – Political Consequences of ‘Mindichgate’

How a major corruption scandal involving people close to President Zelensky could have major ramifications for the stability of Ukraine’s government.
By Sergii Kostezh
Nov. 20, 2025
Parliament Dismisses Ministers Halushchenko, Hyrnchuk Over Energy Graft Scandal
Energy

Parliament Dismisses Ministers Halushchenko, Hyrnchuk Over Energy Graft Scandal

The Verkhovna Rada has voted to dismiss Justice Minister Herman Halushchenko and his former aide on Wednesday over their alleged involvement in an energy graft case.
By Leo Chiu
Nov. 19, 2025
Zelensky’s Top Aide Yermak Could Be Sacked Thursday, Lawmaker Claims
Ukraine

Zelensky’s Top Aide Yermak Could Be Sacked Thursday, Lawmaker Claims

Multiple lawmakers told Ukrainska Pravda that Zelensky has been urged to fire his aide Yermak following recent graft scandals, with one lawmaker suggesting the decision could come as soon as Thursday.
By Leo Chiu
Updated: Nov. 18, 2025
Ukraine, the Caucasus, Turkey: Route to a New Security Architecture EXCLUSIVE
Turkey

OPINION: Ukraine, the Caucasus, Turkey: Route to a New Security Architecture

Seen soberly, investing in the resilience of the North Caucasus is part of a deterrence strategy, not “interference in internal affairs,” as Kremlin propaganda would frame it.
By Inal Sherip
Nov. 18, 2025