In a significant development, an ongoing investigation into Ukraine’s state-owned nuclear power company has uncovered allegations against members of President Volodymyr Zelensky’s close inner circle. This corruption probe has emerged as a major challenge for Zelens, who had previously sought to reduce the power of anti-corruption agencies this summer. The scandal’s heightened sensitivity stems from its potential to erode public confidence in his administration’s commitment to transparency and accountability, especially during a time of geopolitical tensions and domestic reforms.