bloomshorts Massive Protests in Kyiv
Several thousand demonstrators gathered in central Kyiv to oppose a new law that strips two major anti-corruption agencies of their independence. This marks the largest protest in the city since Russia’s invasion in 2022.
Criticism and Concerns
Activists and international partners warn the law could derail Ukraine’s reform efforts and its path to EU membership. President Zelensky defends the move as necessary to combat Russian influence within these institutions.
International Reaction
The European Union has expressed strong concerns, with officials calling the law a ‘step back’ in Ukraine’s anti-corruption reforms. The protests and legislative changes have sparked fears of a political crisis that could benefit Russia.
