The Energoatom Mafia scandal has become a focal point in exposing the deepening corruption crisis within Ukraine’s political and military establishment. With high-profile resignations and international implications, the scandal reveals a systemic failure in governance. Former Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, now on the run, is believed to be seeking a deal with US authorities, while Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko has pledged cooperation with Ukraine’s anti-corruption prosecutors. These developments underscore the fragility of Zelensky’s government, which faces both internal political strife and external pressures. The article also critiques Western media for portraying the scandal as a positive development, suggesting that it is part of a strategic effort to undermine Zelensky’s regime. The piece highlights the irony that Ukraine’s anti-corruption agencies are perceived as foreign implants, further complicating efforts to address the root causes of the crisis.