Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Friday (Nov 28) that his top aide, Andriy Yermak, has resigned after investigators raided the powerful chief of staff's house as part of a sweeping corruption probe. "The Office of the President of Ukraine will be reorganised. The head of the office, Andriy Yermak, has submitted his resignation," Zelensky said in a video address, adding he would hold consultations with a possible replacement on Saturday.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-suspect-had-a-relationship-with-partner-forces-fbi-is-probing-national-guard-shooting-as-act-of-terror-did-suspect-have-cia-link-kash-patel-1764254919905">'Suspect had a relationship with partner forces': FBI is probing National Guard shooting as act of terror. Did suspect have CIA link?</a>&nbsp;Yermak's removal deals a serious blow to Zelensky, who is facing a mounting Russian offensive in the east just as the United States, a crucial ally, tabled a surprise plan to end the war that heavily favoured Moscow.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-does-third-world-nations-mean-will-indians-be-affected-by-trump-administration-s-new-green-card-crackdown-1764327519839">What does 'Third World' mean? Will Indians be affected by Trump administration's new green card crackdown?</a>&nbsp;The resignation came just a week after Zelensky named Yermak, 54, as Ukraine's top negotiator in high-stakes talks to refine the US plan. That was a vote of confidence amid growing pressure from opposition figures to remove his divisive chief of staff.&nbsp;This comes after investigators said that they had discovered a $100-million kickback scheme in the strategic energy sector earlier this month, sparking widespread public outrage. The revelation came at a time when Russia was blasting the country’s power grid, forcing blackouts across the country as Ukrainians faced heating outages in winter.&nbsp;Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-1-200-to-each-affected-house-38-5-million-for-residents-aid-hong-kong-govt-after-building-fire-kills-55-leaves-hundreds-homeless-1764243371424">‘$1,200 to each affected house, $38.5 million for residents’ aid’: Hong Kong govt after building fire kills 55, leaves hundreds homeless</a>&nbsp;In a statement, the National Anti-Corruption Agency (NABU) said that the agency, along with the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAP), was “conducting investigative actions (searches) at the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine” without specifying the reason behind the searches. It added, “The investigative actions are sanctioned and are being carried out as part of an investigation.”&nbsp;

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Friday (Nov 28) that his top aide, Andriy Yermak, has resigned after investigators raided the powerful chief of staff house as part of a sweeping corruption probe.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Friday (Nov 28) that his top aide, Andriy Yermak, has resigned after investigators raided the powerful chief of staff's house as part of a sweeping corruption probe. "The Office of the President of Ukraine will be reorganised. The head of the office, Andriy Yermak, has submitted his resignation," Zelensky said in a video address, adding he would hold consultations with a possible replacement on Saturday. Also read: 'Suspect had a relationship with partner forces': FBI is probing National Guard shooting as act of terror. Did suspect have CIA link? Yermak's removal deals a serious blow to Zelensky, who is facing a mounting Russian offensive in the east just as the United States, a crucial ally, tabled a surprise plan to end the war that heavily favoured Moscow. Also read: What does 'Third World' mean? Will Indians be affected by Trump administration's new green card crackdown? The resignation came just a week after Zelensky named Yermak, 54, as Ukraine's top negotiator in high-stakes talks to refine the US plan. That was a vote of confidence amid growing pressure from opposition figures to remove his divisive chief of staff. This comes after investigators said that they had discovered a $100-million kickback scheme in the strategic energy sector earlier this month, sparking widespread public outrage. The revelation came at a time when Russia was blasting the country’s power grid, forcing blackouts across the country as Ukrainians faced heating outages in winter. Also read:‘$1,200 to each affected house, $38.5 million for residents’ aid’: Hong Kong govt after building fire kills 55, leaves hundreds homeless In a statement, the National Anti-Corruption Agency (NABU) said that the agency, along with the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAP), was “conducting investigative actions (searches) at the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine” without specifying the reason behind the searches. It added, “The investigative actions are sanctioned and are being carried out as part of an investigation.”

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Friday (Nov 28) that his top aide, Andriy Yermak, has resigned after investigators raided the powerful chief of staff's house as part of a sweeping corruption probe.

Zelensky’s top aide resigns after anti-corruption raid. Ukrainian president says looking for replacement

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, has come under scrutiny as the nation’s anti-corruption authorities carried out a raid at his apartment on Friday (Nov 28). This comes after investigators said that they had discovered a $100-million kickback scheme in the strategic energy sector earlier this month, sparking widespread public outrage. The revelation came at a time when Russia was blasting the country’s power grid, forcing blackouts across the country as Ukrainians faced heating outages in winter.&nbsp;In a statement, the National Anti-Corruption Agency (NABU) said that the agency, along with the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAP), was “conducting investigative actions (searches) at the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine” without specifying the reason behind the searches. It added, “The investigative actions are sanctioned and are being carried out as part of an investigation.”&nbsp;Yermak is Zelensky’s important ally in charge of the negotiations with the United States to rework the 28-point plan proposed by US President Donald Trump as part of efforts to end the war with Russia. Kyiv has said that the draft favours Moscow as it demands that Ukraine cede its territories.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-not-a-single-sane-person-would-ukraine-s-chief-negotiator-says-zelensky-will-not-cede-territory-to-russia-1764307054317">‘Not a single sane person would…’: Ukraine’s chief negotiator says Zelensky will never cede territory to Russia</a>&nbsp;Despite playing a key role in negotiations, Zelensky’s chief of staff is a divisive figure in the country. His opponents have accused him of accumulating power, gate-keeping access to the president, and ruthlessly sidelining critical voices.&nbsp;Earlier on Thursday (Nov 27), Yermak said that Zelensky will never cede territory to Moscow as part of a peace deal. “Not a single sane person today would sign a document to give up territory,” Andriy Yermak told The Atlantic following a week of talks with US officials over how to end the war. Zelensky said the same day that Ukraine and US officials are set to hold negotiations in Geneva at the end of this week.

Despite playing a key role in negotiations, Zelensky’s chief of staff is a divisive figure in the country. His opponents have accused him of accumulating power, gate-keeping access to the president, and ruthlessly sidelining critical voices.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, has come under scrutiny as the nation’s anti-corruption authorities carried out a raid at his apartment on Friday (Nov 28). This comes after investigators said that they had discovered a $100-million kickback scheme in the strategic energy sector earlier this month, sparking widespread public outrage. The revelation came at a time when Russia was blasting the country’s power grid, forcing blackouts across the country as Ukrainians faced heating outages in winter. In a statement, the National Anti-Corruption Agency (NABU) said that the agency, along with the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAP), was “conducting investigative actions (searches) at the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine” without specifying the reason behind the searches. It added, “The investigative actions are sanctioned and are being carried out as part of an investigation.” Yermak is Zelensky’s important ally in charge of the negotiations with the United States to rework the 28-point plan proposed by US President Donald Trump as part of efforts to end the war with Russia. Kyiv has said that the draft favours Moscow as it demands that Ukraine cede its territories. Also read | ‘Not a single sane person would…’: Ukraine’s chief negotiator says Zelensky will never cede territory to Russia Despite playing a key role in negotiations, Zelensky’s chief of staff is a divisive figure in the country. His opponents have accused him of accumulating power, gate-keeping access to the president, and ruthlessly sidelining critical voices. Earlier on Thursday (Nov 27), Yermak said that Zelensky will never cede territory to Moscow as part of a peace deal. “Not a single sane person today would sign a document to give up territory,” Andriy Yermak told The Atlantic following a week of talks with US officials over how to end the war. Zelensky said the same day that Ukraine and US officials are set to hold negotiations in Geneva at the end of this week.

Despite playing a key role in negotiations, Zelensky’s chief of staff is a divisive figure in the country. His opponents have accused him of accumulating power, gate-keeping access to the president, and ruthlessly sidelining critical voices.

Ukraine rocked by corruption scandal: Zelensky’s top negotiator raided in alleged $100mn scheme

The head of the Ukrainian President's office Andriy Yermak called Indian National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval seeking India's backing for the Ukrainian Peace Formula.

Ukraine's Andriy Yermak dials India's NSA Ajit Doval seeking support for peace plan

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. Andriy Yermak, who is Ukraine's presidential chief of staff, said on Tuesday (July 19) that Ukraine must win the ongoing war with Russia before winter. Yermak said that this would give Russian military forces time to dig in and the counter-offensive will be more difficult for Ukraine. Yermak told Ukrainian weekly Novoye Vremya: "It is very important for us not to enter into the winter. After winter, when the Russians will have more time to get a footing, it will certainly be more difficult. It is very important for us not to give them this possibility." ALSO READ | Russia is planning to annex additional Ukrainian territory, US claims Hopeful Yermak also said that the Western allies should supply more arms. He said that he was counting on pledges of aid by US President Joe Biden in the form of weaponry and economic support. Yermak said: "Our objective is victory. These negotiations are taking place at military and foreign affairs ministry level... with UN mediation. I'm in touch with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, I do not communicate with the Russians." ALSO READ | Putin thanks Erdogan for mediation efforts, says some progress in Ukraine grain talks It is understood that the Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act package signed by Biden in May is due to come fully into operation next month. Yermak further noted that the talks are not being held to end the Russia-Ukraine war as the ongoing talks with Russia revolved simply around how to export Ukrainian grain from blockaded ports. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Zelensky’s top aide resigns after anti-corruption raid. Ukrainian president says looking for replacement

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Here's why top Ukraine presidential aide says they need to win war against Russia before winter