After the trial, Yermak spoke of “unprecedented” pressure on the investigation
13 May 01:13
Andriy Yermak, the former head of the Office of the President, stated that he considers the notification of suspicion against him to be unfounded. Following the first court hearing, he said that he is reviewing the case materials with his lawyers and will defend his name and reputation within the framework of Ukrainian law. This was reported by "Komersant Ukrainian", citing Yermak’s statement on Telegram.
Yermak also spoke of “unprecedented public pressure” on law enforcement agencies.
What Andriy Yermak said
Andriy Yermak reported that the first court hearing had taken place in the case in which he was notified of the charges. According to him, after his initial review of the case materials, he considers the charges to be unfounded.
“Together with my lawyers, we are reviewing the case materials. But even after this initial review, I can reiterate what I told journalists: the notice of suspicion is unfounded,” Yermak stated.
He also emphasized that he has over 30 years of experience as a lawyer and has always acted in accordance with the law.
“And now I will defend my rights, my name, and my reputation exclusively within the framework of Ukrainian law. I am open to all procedural actions,” the former head of the Presidential Office noted.
Yermak spoke of pressure on law enforcement
Separately, Yermak stated that, in his opinion, public pressure has been exerted on law enforcement agencies over the past few months to file a notice of suspicion against him.
“Over the past few months, there has been unprecedented public pressure on law enforcement agencies to file a notice of suspicion against me,” his statement reads.
He also emphasized that the investigation must remain independent of political statements, media campaigns, or any other forms of influence.
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In which case is Yermak involved
According to media reports, NABU and the SAPO announced the exposure of a group that may have been involved in the laundering of approximately 460 million hryvnias through luxury construction projects near Kyiv. As part of this investigation, the former head of the Office of the President of Ukraine was reportedly served with a notice of suspicion.
According to investigators, the individuals involved in the project allegedly planned to build several residences for personal use.
To conceal the origin of the funds, investigators say, they may have used the “Sunny Beach” cooperative and cash of illegal origin.
Does Yermak plan to leave Ukraine
In his statement, Yermak emphasized that he is staying in Ukraine and plans to continue his legal practice. He also stated that he intends to visit the military at the front, address their requests, and support defenders, former prisoners of war, and their families.
“I am staying in Ukraine and will continue my legal practice. I plan to visit the troops at the front, address their requests, and support our defenders, former prisoners of war, and their families,” he wrote.
What is known about the first court hearing
After the first hearing, Yermak stated that his lawyers are continuing to review the case materials. He did not acknowledge the validity of the charges and expressed his readiness to participate in all proceedings.
The prosecution pointed out the risks associated with Yermak potentially leaving the country. At the same time, Yermak himself stated that he does not plan to leave Ukraine.
NABU Raids and the “Midas” Case: What Is Known
On November 28, 2025, detectives from the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and prosecutors from the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) conducted searches at the office of Andriy Yermak, then-head of the Office of the President.
On the same day, Yermak submitted his resignation, which was signed by the president.
The searches may have been related to the investigation of the so-called “Midas case,” which concerns possible corruption schemes in the energy sector. As part of this investigation, investigators are examining the activities of a number of former high-ranking officials and businessmen, including Timur Mindich, co-owner of the “Kvartal-95” studio.
However, the president emphasized that this particular investigation was not the reason for the personnel decision.
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