This article analyzes the situation in Ukrainian politics following the corruption scandal related to Mindich. The author emphasizes that the core reason for systemic corruption is not individuals, but the political model itself, which encourages one-man rule and lacks elections and public accountability. In this system, favoritism and proximity to the center of power become standard, and corruption turns into a defining trait.
As a result, society loses leverage over the authorities, and new scandals like the Mindich case are inevitable until the political environment changes. The expert notes that the only effective tool amid wartime is anti-corruption bodies, especially NABU, which can investigate corruption when public protest is impossible.
Defending against criticism, government officials often turn to conspiracy theories, attributing blame to foreign influence. Yet, external pressure from donors and Western partners is seen as nearly the only viable check on consolidated power because internal protests are suppressed by the war and threats from Russia. The author urges public support for anti-corruption investigations and warns that changing individuals without changing the political structure will not end corruption.
There is also the risk that Western support for Ukraine could decrease due to growing skepticism caused by these scandals. A possible solution mentioned is establishing funds under Western jurisdiction for transparent management of international aid. The author warns that accepting corruption as a political trade-off could have disastrous consequences for the country.
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