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Zelensky vows overhaul of Ukraine's scandal-hit energy firms
Zelensky ordered swift leadership changes and sanctions after anti-graft investigators found $100 million embezzled amid Russian attacks worsening power outages.
- On Saturday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced an overhaul of state-owned energy companies and ordered a new Energoatom supervisory board within a week.
- Anti-Graft investigators said around $100 million was embezzled, provoking outrage amid Russian attacks that caused power outages, including a Kyiv blackout.
- Ordering two ministers to resign, Zelensky sanctioned a former business partner and demanded quick appointments at Ukrhydroenergo plus reforms at Naftogaz and the main gas operator.
- He instructed government officials to maintain constant communication with law enforcement and anti-corruption bodies, and ordered full audits and management renewals to strengthen sector oversight.
- With international pressure mounting, some European allies urged stronger anti-corruption action, and Volodymyr Zelensky pledged `The full transparency and integrity in the energy sector remain an absolute priority`.
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