Oleg Tsarov, a former MP and presidential candidate known for his support of 'Russian peace' and anti-Ukrainian statements, lost his Ukrainian citizenship by the decision of President Zelensky. Tsarov was previously an active member of the Party of Regions and supported a pro-Russian stance.
Born in 1970 in Dnipro, Tsarov began his political career as a people's deputy in 2002, representing the 'Regions' party. In parliament, he was known for his active participation in political confrontations and conflicts, especially during the Kharkiv Agreements.
Tsarov openly supported the militants in eastern Ukraine, voted for agreements that facilitated the occupation, and actively criticized the Ukrainian government. His collaboration with the occupiers led to the deprivation of his citizenship and expulsion from Ukraine.
In 2023, there was an unfortunate assassination attempt on Tsarov's life in Yalta, which caused outrage from both prominent politicians and the public. The SBU warned of the assassination attempt, successfully organizing a special operation.
Despite his former support for Yanukovych, Oleg Tsarov suddenly changed his position, calling former allies 'fools, thieves, and traitors.' He also publicly acknowledged his involvement in the invasion but stated that he did not know all the details of the operations.
By the decision of President Zelensky, Oleg Tsarov lost his Ukrainian citizenship due to his anti-Ukrainian activities and cooperation with the occupiers. A well-known politician and former MP had a complicated political career and was an active participant in events in eastern Ukraine, which led to his visit, in particular, to Yalta. It is interesting to see how the public will react to Tsarov's sudden change of position and his new statements.