Today, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the submission of a bill to the Verkhovna Rada aiming to regulate the activities of NABU and SAP. The intent is to maintain their independence while strengthening oversight in response to concerns about potential betrayal. The public response has been significant, with involvement from veterans, volunteers, businesspeople, IT professionals, cultural figures, urbanists, cyclists, and others.
The government acknowledged the need for changes and took society's stance into account, avoiding direct confrontation. The author notes that the rallies served as a form of communication rather than outright protest, as citizens did not demand a change in government but advocated for dialogue and the preservation of legitimate institutions during wartime. With no elections taking place, the public seeks a balance between reform and security.
International partners also play a major role. EU representatives and leaders of key Western countries advised against dissolving independent anti-corruption agencies, emphasizing that such actions could hinder Ukraine's European integration and international support.
Society has demonstrated maturity and constructiveness, which the author sees as a sign of healthy civic oversight and a desire for democracy. Maintaining the independence of NABU and advancing the European course remain the main demands of active citizens. This civic response is viewed as a display of responsibility and a willingness for dialogue even under the most challenging conditions.
