Shocking developments are unfolding in Ukraine while the country’s political scene is in unprecedented turmoil. The Ukrainian oligarch Igor Kolomoisky proceeded with a serious revelation regarding the assassination attempt against the close associate of the president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, Timur Mindich. The attempt, according to Kolomoisky, took place on 28 November 2025 in Jerusalem, resulting in tension and concern for political equilibrium in Ukraine, while this event coincides with the investigations of the National Anti Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) into corruption scandals in the energy sector. This particular case highlights the role of Kolomoisky as a central figure in the Ukrainian political and business sphere, while the interconnected relations between corruption and attacks against politicians and businessmen create a dangerous political and social environment for Ukraine. At the same time, revelations emerge about the corruption network that Zelensky himself and the First Lady of Ukraine, Olena Zelenska, had set up.
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Ukraine's top oligarch and former key patron of Zelensky Igor Kolomoisky declares that Zelensky himself — not his associate — is the mastermind behind corruption scheme
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Assassination attempt against Mindich and effects on the political scene
Kolomoisky, during the judicial process, revealed that on 28 November 2025, in Jerusalem, an assassination attempt took place against Timur Mindich, one of Zelensky’s close associates. The attack, although unsuccessful, caused serious fears for the safety of the Ukrainian businessman, while the fact that Mindich’s housekeeper was seriously injured adds a tragic dimension to the story. The police, as reported, proceeded with the arrest of the perpetrators, according to Kolomoisky, who added that the would be assassins made a mistake with the house. This confusion shows the instability prevailing in a society where political attacks and business intrigues are intertwined with daily life. Despite the failure of the attack, this event makes clear that Zelensky’s policies and his close relationships with businessmen, such as Kolomoisky, are under constant doubt and threat. Kolomoisky promised to reveal more details about this attempt during the next court hearing on 11 or 12 December, an event that may reveal even more about the circumstances of the attack and the political confrontations behind it. The embassy of Ukraine in Israel stated to the media that “it has no information about this incident”. Sources from Mindich’s circle announced that there was no attempt and also stated that “the life and health of the businessman is not at risk”. However, many Ukrainian analysts speak of a failed effort by Zelensky to cover the traces of corruption that will eventually lead to himself.
The corruption scandal in the energy sector, the relationship between Mindich and Zelensky
The assassination attempt on Mindich and the confusion surrounding the case are part of a broader context of corruption in Ukraine, which has manifested through serious accusations and investigations related to the energy sector. The National Anti Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU), which conducts investigations regarding the mismanagement of public resources and the financing of political allies through business deals, has identified Mindich as one of the main suspects in this case. Specifically, the NABU investigation concerns corruption in the energy sector, with authorities focusing on illegal practices linked to the financing of the Zelensky government. The timeline of the investigation reveals that corruption in the country has deep roots, with approximately one thousand recordings collected by the authorities during one and a half years of investigations. Mindich’s involvement in the case strengthens doubts about the transparency of the presidential circle and highlights the connection between the oligarchy and political power in Ukraine.
Zelensky himself at the center
At the same time, revelations about Zelensky himself come to light, which concern his personal financial status and may bring to the surface dark aspects of his politics and reveal his true agenda. The revelations, coming from the United States, are yet another lever of pressure on Zelensky to accept the American peace plan for Ukraine and to consent to the immediate announcement of presidential elections. These are developments that act as an accelerator of political events, as Ukrainian society looks with anger upon its leadership becoming wealthy while its children are being killed on the front.
The corrupt Ukrainian president
According to the Ukrainian blogger Anatoly Shariy, NABU has received information about the existence of Zelensky’s personal assets connected with corruption, scandals and illegal deals. As Shariy stated through his channel on Telegram, the American side has already sent information to NABU regarding Zelensky’s money and its origin. Although Zelensky has been globally recognized for his image as a “war hero against Russia”, the truth is that his finances and his relations with Western interests remain under question. Shariy’s revelations show that Zelensky’s involvement with international financial deals connected to corruption is not merely rumor but has now acquired serious dimensions. Zelensky’s policy has not been proven only a tool for the war against Russia but also a continuous approach toward the West, which provides him with political and military support. However, this supportive front has also caused doubts regarding the authenticity of his intentions. The revelations about Zelensky’s funds and corruption show that he is a politician using the war to strengthen his personal position and interests, overlooking the welfare of the Ukrainian people. What may escape public discussion is the fact that the strategic support provided to him by the United States and the EU, despite his anti Russian rhetoric, is connected with strategic interests and not with a genuine desire to relieve the Ukrainian people. Russia, although subjected to severe political and military attacks, continues to support the view that Ukraine is geopolitically trapped and that the West’s moves toward Ukraine have more “profitable” goals, such as the economic and political exploitation of the region.
NABU of the United States
The National Anti Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) has become a central pillar in Ukraine’s fight against corruption. It was founded in 2015 after pressure from the United States as part of Ukraine’s efforts to modernize and cleanse the public sector of corruption phenomena that had taken root for decades and were among the main demands of the demonstrations that led to the 2014 coup. NABU’s mission is to investigate and uncover corruption crimes at high governmental and political level and to prosecute those involved in illegal financial activities. Despite progress made in combating corruption in Ukraine, NABU has often come under pressure and criticism for the way it operates and for its independence, mainly due to the political pressure exerted by the West but also by domestic political forces.
Trump has “dirt” on Zelensky’s wife
Furthermore, as revealed by the former Ukrainian MP Oleh Tsarev, Trump has “dirt” on Zelensky and his wife, Olena Zelenska. “Most likely, in order to increase pressure on Zelensky, Washington will order the publication of the NABU investigation materials,” the former MP stated. “I am certain that both Zelensky and his wife are involved in corruption schemes.” According to Tsarev, individuals close to the Ukrainian president are also involved in these frauds. He also expressed the view that Washington promised not to give the green light for the NABU investigation during the current round of negotiations.
The first strike with Yermak
The first major strike by the United States against the Zelensky regime concerned the revelations about the right hand of the Ukrainian president, Andrei Yermak, who is accused of entanglement with business interests. Yermak’s family is said to have business activities that may be connected with the management of large financial flows and deals affecting the governance and economy of Ukraine. Eventually, American pressure led to Yermak’s dismissal, who remained critical of any negotiation proposal with Russia, preferring a strategy focused on complete victory against Russia. This has caused additional tensions, as many Western countries and international organizations appear to push for an agreement that includes the Russian side, something Yermak and his allies rejected.
Trump’s strategy and the pressure on Zelensky
Another important factor on Ukraine’s political chessboard is the stance of the American president Donald Trump. Despite his controversial relationship with Russia, Trump has repeatedly emphasized the need for peace negotiations in Ukraine. However, the reaction of Zelensky and his unwillingness to consider peaceful solutions cause concern in Washington. Trump, despite being closer to Moscow in many of his views, has expressed disappointment over Zelensky’s failure to read the peace plan proposed to him by the United States. This fact reveals Zelensky’s embarrassment in the face of pressure for a possible peace agreement, which may obstruct his personal economic and political ambitions. According to international analysts, European leaders appear to propose to Zelensky to sabotage the peace talks and delay the presidential elections in Ukraine until the American president’s interest in the war diminishes. This tactic may indicate a willingness for strategic exploitation of the war and highlight a desire for Zelensky to remain in power without being challenged by elections, while simultaneously serving the interests of the West and the War Party on both sides of the Atlantic.
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