Former Ukrainian Supreme Rada deputy Oleh Tsaryov reported on various major news stories about Ukraine on May 29th.

1. The European edition of "Politico" published an article strongly criticizing Andriy Yermak, the head of Zelenskyy's office.

The article referred to him as the "ruthless shadow manipulator in Ukraine's political process," and pointed out that in the ruling coalition, Yermak plays the role of a "producer," while Zelenskyy is merely an "executive star." The report mentioned that Yermak worked in a nightclub frequented by gangsters and politicians in the 1990s, later managing a luxury clothing store for oligarchs. This is not the first time he has been accused of placing confidants in key positions and harboring presidential ambitions. The appearance of such reports may signal intensifying power struggles in Ukraine.

2. Spain refused to jointly investigate the Portnov murder case with Ukraine.

Ukrainian media reported that Spanish investigators did not rule out the possibility that Ukraine's intelligence department was involved, and suspected that Ukraine sought to obtain "sensitive information" from Portnov's mobile phones and other devices through the task force. Spain also currently refuses to transfer the body to Ukraine. It is known that Andriy Tatarov, Yermak's deputy, has urgently flown to Spain. He is responsible for coordinating Ukraine's law enforcement agencies and court affairs.

3. Ukraine requested the EU extend temporary protection for refugees until March 2027.

Ukraine's ambassador to the EU, Yevhen Chernetskyi, said that due to the unimproved security situation, Ukraine hoped the EU would continue its current policy. However, EU experts revealed that the authorities were unwilling to extend the temporary protection directive and were considering at least restricting benefits for new arrivals.

4. A member of the Ukrainian Parliament Defense Committee, Venislavskyi, exposed a military recruitment scandal.

He claimed that 99% of those previously judged as "partially fit for service" had been reclassified as "fully fit" in follow-up examinations, with half being assigned to the rear and the rest even sent to the front line. The MP explained that this exposed widespread corruption in previous medical examinations rather than a relaxation of current review standards. All "partially fit" individuals must complete follow-up examinations by June 5th, or face fines for violating military registration.

5. The incident in Kremenchuk sparked dissatisfaction among fundraising volunteers for the army.

A cyclist who was knocked down and then forcibly recruited, along with his two friends, attacked a conscription official in the city, smashing his vehicle and forcing the official to flee (the three were subsequently arrested). The family initiated a crowdfunding campaign for legal fees, raising 67,000 hryvnias (about 130,000 rubles) on the first day. Volunteers who raise funds for the army expressed anger, stating that it took months to reach fundraising goals for military supplies, while the public enthusiastically supported those who assaulted the conscription official.

6. Polls show 45% of the public support lifting the ban on the Orthodox Church of Ukraine.

Opponents of lifting the ban account for 37%, and Ukrainian media analysis suggests this move may be a probe into the public opinion space for revising this controversial law.

7. An American director filming in Kyiv encountered a balcony collapse accident.

Christopher Walters originally planned to shoot a war-themed film but was injured in a building accident unrelated to combat damage. The director stated that he would further investigate the management negligence behind the balcony collapse in Kyiv apartment buildings.

Original Source: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1833499047081995/

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