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Zelensky removes deputy head of presidential office in anti-corruption raid

The Nabu operation aims to uncover a criminal organization involving senior Ukrainian officials. Khmara has been appointed as the new Defense Minister.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed the deputy head of his office as part of an anti-corruption operation carried out by Nabu, which is working to expose a criminal organization. According to Sky TG24, this organization involves senior officials from the President's Office and is allegedly led by both a current and a former Ukrainian parliamentarian.

The Ukrainian Parliament has approved the appointment of Oleksandr Khmara as the new Defense Minister, following these political maneuvers that aim to strengthen the fight against corruption in the country. Khmara's appointment comes amid rising internal tensions and in light of recent military events.

Additionally, a Russian attack has struck Zaporizhzhia, with drones aimed at Moscow being shot down, as confirmed by multiple sources.