Yermak's resignation is a plus for Zelensky, a risk for his image

Yermak's resignation could strengthen Zelenskyy's position, but would create a shadow of corruption allegations

International Agency Reuters notes that the potential refusal of the president Vladimir Zelensky from the Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak could strengthen support of the Ukrainian leader both within the country and among Western partners.

At the same time, according to journalists, such a decision could cast a shadow of suspicion and create the impression of the administration's alleged involvement in corruption scandals, even in the absence of definitive evidence.

What Reuters says

The agency emphasises:

• Yermak is one of the key political and diplomatic advisers President;

• Its role in negotiations with allies and in international communication should be critical value;

• sudden personnel moves during the active phase of the war may be perceived as political instability;

• At the same time, part of society and some partners in the West expect the government to tough anti-corruption signals.

Context.

The searches and procedural actions carried out by law enforcement agencies in recent days as part of anti-corruption investigations have attracted considerable media attention. At the same time, the Presidential Administration has stated that full cooperation with the investigation and stresses that no decisions will be made in advance.