Journalists Oleksandr Satsov and Ostap Drozdov discuss the high-profile scandal involving Serhiy Mindyich, a close associate of President Zelensky, and its impact on the internal political landscape, legitimacy of power, and state of public trust.
According to Ostap Drozdov, Mindyich's escape and recent corruption scandals reveal a "double trap" for the country: the war gives those in power almost unlimited impunity, while martial law deprives society of active civic mechanisms of influence. Key symptoms include nepotism and clan-based politics, with top positions distributed within inner circles, often lacking professional background.
Drozdov emphasizes that the war is used as an "alibi" to retain power, and scandals with Western funds damage Ukraine's reputation before international partners. While part of the population continues to support the government, the country's active segment is disillusioned and demands change.
The journalists conclude the future of Ukraine depends on restoring democratic institutions and adherence to European values; reforming the state system in the post-war period is crucial for the country.
