Zelenskyy accepts resignation of top aide Yermak after anti-graft searches
Andriy Yermak, head of the President’s Office, has resigned following searches by anti-corruption investigators, paving the way for a reboot of the presidential office, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced in a video address on Friday.
Zelenskyy, in a video address, said he wants "nobody questioning Ukraine" from partners, especially amid delicate peace talks.
He thanked Yermak for representing Ukraine's position "as it should be" during negotiations — "always a patriotic one" — but aimed to quash rumors and speculation.
Zelenskyy will consult with potential replacements on Saturday.
"With such an external challenge as war, we must be strong inside," Zelenskyy said. "100% of our strength will focus on defending Ukraine. Everyone must act now in the state's interests — and protect our state."
The Presidential Office has already published Zelenskyy's official decree dismissing Yermak.
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau and Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office confirmed morning searches at Yermak's home but did not disclose reasons. Yermak said he was fully cooperating.
Financial Times journalist Christopher Miller, citing sources, linked the probe to the Midas operation — a sweeping investigation into energy sector graft.
ZN.UA sources claimed the suspicion ties to Yermak's alleged interest in a house in the "Dynasty" cooperative, a luxury development near Kyiv. Interfax-Ukraine, citing law enforcement, said no charges were issued.
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