Andriy Yermak tried to dismiss the head of the SBU, Maliuk, a week before the searches at his place

Situation around Andriy Yermak

Andriy Yermak attempted to secure the dismissal of the head of the Security Service of Ukraine, Vasyl Maliuk, a week before his own dismissal. This information became known against the backdrop of searches that took place in Yermak's apartment. The searches were conducted by detectives from the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine and prosecutors from the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office.

Andriy Yermak, who was the former head of the President's Office, tried to initiate Maliuk's dismissal on the eve of important events. It is noteworthy that the following individuals also participated in the meeting at the President's Office where these issues were discussed:

• Mykhailo Fedorov
• Semin Kryvonos
• Oleksandr Klymenko

The searches at Yermak's residence took place around 9 am.

Operation 'Midas' and international reaction

The operation named 'Midas' was planned as a demonstration of institutional independence during wartime. This aspect drew additional attention to the situation surrounding the Security Service of Ukraine. At the same time, US President Donald Trump commented on the corruption scandal in Ukraine, highlighting the international interest in these events.

“The situation around Andriy Yermak and Vasyl Maliuk remains tense, considering both internal and external factors that affect stability in Ukraine.” - source unknown

This incident emphasizes the importance of fighting corruption in Ukraine, especially in wartime conditions, where transparency and trust in governmental institutions are critically important. The reaction from the international community, particularly comments from the USA, may indicate that the issue of corruption in Ukraine remains at the forefront of global leaders' attention, which could impact foreign aid and support for the country during these challenging times.