President Zelenskyy removes Ukrainian citizenship of Odesa city’s mayor
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has removed Odesa Mayor Gennadiy Trukhanov's Ukrainian citizenship due to allegations that he holds a Russian passport. Zelenskyy has appointed a military administration to manage Odesa, and the country's security service accuses Trukhanov, who denies the claim, of possessing Russian citizenship. This action is part of broader efforts to counter Russian influence in Ukraine.Key Facts
- President Zelenskyy removed Gennadiy Trukhanov's Ukrainian citizenship.
- Trukhanov is accused of holding a Russian passport, which he denies.
- A military administration will run Odesa, a key port city, after Trukhanov's removal.
- Ukraine does not allow dual citizenship with Russia.
- Trukhanov claims he is still the mayor and plans to challenge the decision in court.
- Images of a Russian passport allegedly belonging to Trukhanov have appeared on social media.
- Zelenskyy has revoked the citizenship of others, including a ballet dancer and a former politician, for similar issues.
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