Its citizens are divided over whether the country should orient itself toward Russia or the West. ADADIf Zelensky can deliver on his campaign promise to eradicate corruption and establish the rule of law, Ukraine’s example would undermine one of the pillars of Putin’s narrative. Is Zelensky’s anti-corruption agenda for real? According to Ukrainian media, U.S. special representative to Ukraine Kurt Volker strongly urged Zelensky not to appoint Bohdan. ADFinally, some of the rapidly adopted legislation that centralizes power to the president and his appointees in law enforcement could undermine democracy.

Source: Washington Post October 07, 2019 11:04 UTC