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Wednesday, August 19
Another major corruption probe hits Zelensky's office, as investigators search his deputy chief of staff
Editor's note: This story is being updated. The National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) is searching the premises of Iryna Mudra, a presidential deputy chief of staff, and Vadym Stolar, a member of parliament, a law enforcement source familiar with the investigation told the Kyiv Independent on Aug. 19. The latest investigation comes as the NABU steps up its anti-corruption efforts. It follows last year’s probe into state nuclear power monopoly Energoatom — the largest corruption investigation
Russian drone strike on police headquarters in Zhytomyr kills 2, injures at least 20
The strike comes just over a week after Russia attacked Zhytomyr and the surrounding region with jet-powered drones overnight on Aug. 9.
Ukraine hits rocket and space center, aircraft plant in Russia's Samara Oblast, General Staff confirms
The General Staff said the attack on the Progress Rocket and Space Center in Samara also sparked a fire covering around 5,000 square meters.
How did democracy die in Russia? Interview with Michael McFaul
In this interview, the Kyiv Independent's Jason Blevins speaks with Michael McFaul, former U.S. ambassador to Russia and a scholar who closely observed Russia's transition after the collapse of the Soviet Union.
Fire Point confirms ballistic missile to be combat-ready in September, hikes Denmark plant investment
The solid rocket fuel plant in Denmark is expected to start operations by late 2027.
Exclusive: Dismissed Ukrainian defense minister Fedorov mulls US visit, sources say
Former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov is considering a trip to the United States, U.S. and Ukrainian officials familiar with the matter told the Kyiv Independent. The potential trip comes as Fedorov has emerged as a more outspoken critic of Ukraine's wartime political system. On Aug. 18, he called for Ukraine to find a way to restore a full democratic process while the war continues, advocating for elections. The trip could take place as soon as next week, one person said. It remains uncle
