Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to introduce new legislation after facing protests and international criticism over a law that puts Ukraine’s anti-corruption agencies under the control of the prosecutor general. Critics argue that this law weakens the independence of these agencies and may affect Ukraine’s chances of joining the European Union. Meanwhile, Zelenskyy defended the law as a way to counter Russian influence, but promised a new bill to ensure anti-corruption agencies stay independent.
Key Facts
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is responding to criticism over a new law affecting anti-corruption agencies.
- The controversial law gives Ukraine’s prosecutor general control over these agencies.
- Critics say the law takes away the agencies' independence and allows political control.
- Zelenskyy claims the law is needed due to suspected Russian influence in the agencies.
- The European Union and human rights groups say the law lacks measures to address Russian operatives.
- Protests erupted in Ukraine, with people defying martial law to oppose the law.
- The European Commission has requested an explanation from Ukraine regarding the law.
- Ukraine's progress toward joining the European Union could be affected by this law.
