Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov stated that systemic corruption involving “hundreds of people” is preventing the country from ending the war from a position of strength. In an interview with 24 Kanal, Fedorov claimed that numerous individuals who have built corrupt schemes and pursued personal interests are holding back the adoption of effective decisions.JOIN US ON TELEGRAMFollow our coverage of the war on the @Kyivpost_official. He stated that he encountered and dismantled such schemes during his tenure at the Defense Ministry, but faced resistance from networks allegedly supported by law enforcement officers. Fedorov declined to name specific individuals, asserting that Ukrainians will eventually learn their identities through law enforcement recordings, journalistic investigations, and other avenues. He emphasized that the issue involves hundreds of people accustomed to profiting from the state budget, rather than just a few senior officials. When asked about his current relationship with President Volodymyr Zelensky, Fedorov noted that they had not spoken for several weeks.
Potential political run and wartime elections Fedorov’s comments follow recent reports that he is considering running for president or participating in future elections if they are held in Ukraine. On Aug. 18, the former minister released a video address calling for Ukraine to find a legal and safe mechanism to restore its democratic processes despite the prolonged war, arguing that Russia should not dictate when Ukrainians can vote.
