Opinion
A law signed by Zelenskyy that curbed the independence of Ukraine’s anti‑corruption watchdogs triggered mass protests and drew EU warnings that such moves could hinder Kyiv’s EU membership aspirations. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Opinion: As Russia’s war rages, 263 Ukrainian MPs voted to weaken NABU and SAPO, undermining reforms tied to EU integration and betraying the cause Ukrainians have died defending. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Opinion: The Verkhovna Rada’s law dismantling NABU and SAPO independence betrays Ukraine’s post‑Maidan anti‑corruption architecture and risks authoritarian drift — a choice with deep consequences. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Investigative analysis explores whether the broad law enforcement campaign against NABU was a genuine purge of questionable elements or a coordinated attempt to discredit Ukraine’s anti-corruption bloc. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Analysis: What is framed as an anti-corruption effort may instead be a presidential move to stifle independent oversight and political dissent by weakening NABU and SAPO.
Investigation: Powerful interests in Ukraine are recasting the independence of NABU and SAPO as a supposed national security threat to justify clampdowns and institutional control.
Zelenskyy’s Risky Pledge of ‘Demobilization After Victory’: A Strategic Misstep Ukraine Can’t Afford
President Zelenskyy’s statement that demobilization will not occur until Ukraine achieves victory triggers fierce debate and unease among soldiers, analysts warn of long‑term impact. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
A leading Ukrainian general argues that sustained attacks on Russia’s oil and gas infrastructure could sharply hasten Ukraine’s strategic victory — but faces Western debate on risks and outcomes. Read on empr.media.
As Kyiv hails sweeping government reshuffles and international deals, frontline towns like Dobropillia quietly evacuate under intensifying Russian attacks. The human cost and politics collide on empr.media.
In her first major interview in the new role, Olha Stefanishyna explains how Andriy Yermak remains Ukraine’s key lead on U.S. relations, and outlines strategic goals for arms, minerals, NATO and more.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Analysts argue Ukraine’s survival isn’t just citizen courage alone — the government’s growing institutional role became a second pillar of resilience amid war, shaping strategy and stability.
As Ukraine reshuffles top leadership, the new prime minister and defense minister face unresolved crises in reforms, mobilization and military logistics — inheriting public skepticism and strategic challenges.