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23-07-2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a bill that critics say weakens the independence of Ukraine's anti-corruption bodies, sparking protests in several cities and drawing international criticism. The new law places the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (Nabu) and Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (Sapo) under the control of the prosecutor general, allowing for potentially more pliant investigators and closure of corruption probes.
Entities: Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine, National Anti-Corruption Bureau (Nabu), Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (Sapo), European Union • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
Thousands protested in Ukraine as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a bill into law that weakens anti-corruption agencies, sparking concerns over corruption and Ukraine's bid to join the EU. The legislation grants the prosecutor general new authority over investigations handled by key anti-corruption agencies, potentially undermining their independence.
Entities: Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukraine, National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU), Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO), European Union • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
Thousands of Ukrainians protested in Kyiv and other cities against a new law signed by President Volodymyr Zelensky, which grants the general prosecutor control over anti-corruption bodies. Protesters fear this move will undermine reforms introduced after Ukraine's pro-democracy revolution over a decade ago and roll back progress in fighting corruption.
Entities: Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine, Kyiv, anti-corruption bodies, general prosecutor • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is facing backlash from protesters and international criticism for signing a new law that weakens anti-corruption watchdogs. Thousands protested in Kyiv and other cities, urging Zelenskyy to veto the bill. EU officials and rights groups warn that the law could undermine Ukraine's EU aspirations and damage trust with international partners. Meanwhile, Ukraine and Russia held talks in Istanbul, agreeing to exchange prisoners of war but making no breakthrough on a ceasefire.
Entities: Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukraine, Russia, Kyiv, European Union • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
