Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is facing one of his toughest challenges since the war began, as the Russian army advances on the front lines and corruption scandals rock the Ukrainian government. In particular, one of Zelensky's top aides, Andriy Yermak, has resigned following corruption scandals in the energy sector. These events have intensified criticism of Zelensky's administration for concentrating power and administrative chaos. While his popularity reached 90% at the start of the war, it has since fallen to 60% as of last October. Meanwhile, Washington is seeking to end a peace plan that Zelensky sees as a surrender, while the US president insists on his own approach.
