Bombshell revelation: The US removed Yermak, because he irritated Trump and now Ukrainians and the EU are sending him to… get killed
Representatives of Trump had advised Zelensky to remove Yermak from his position, noting that better communication between the US and Ukraine was necessary.
The resignation of Andrei Yermak, head of the office of the president of Ukraine, on 28/11/2025, overshadowed recent developments surrounding the negotiations and provoked intense reactions, while bringing to the forefront his relations with the American leadership, his political trajectory, and his internal relations with Volodymyr Zelensky.
Yermak had been a central figure in the Ukrainian government since the beginning of the Russian special military operation in 2022, while his choices and decisions appear to have caused disagreements in various sectors, both in Ukraine and abroad.
Of particular interest is the fact that Europeans are uneasy about the developments because Yermak knew much about the bribery of EU officials by the Zelensky regime for the continuation of support to Kyiv.
Yermak’s relationship with the US, Trump’s irritation led to his removal
Yermak appears to have had long-standing disagreements with the American leadership, a fact reflected in a series of strategic and diplomatic failures, as reported in a revealing publication by the British newspaper The Telegraph.
According to the article, he had been irritated several times by American policy and, perhaps more importantly, by the constant pressure exerted by the Americans to follow specific guidelines on matters of strategy and communication.
One of the most characteristic incidents was the failed meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump, which Yermak had proposed.
The meeting at the Oval Office in February 2025 failed miserably, as the US refused to support Ukraine at all levels, while Yermak’s decision to offer Trump a series of photographs of exhausted prisoners of war dramatically worsened the situation.

According to the publication, this move appeared to undermine Ukraine’s negotiating positions and caused intense disappointment among both American and Ukrainian associates of Zelensky.
Notably, after this failed meeting, Trump’s representatives are said to have advised Zelensky to remove Yermak from his post, noting that better communication, mainly through a translator, was essential, something that seemed not to be happening with Zelensky’s former close associate.
Ultimately, as everything indicates, the Americans managed to remove Yermak through the anti-corruption authorities in Ukraine, which, after all, were established by the US.

Yermak’s management style and internal criticism
Yermak had become a thorn both for Republicans and Democrats, who had grown tired of the strict and “didactic” manner in which he handled negotiations and communication with the West, writes The Telegraph.
His style had become a source of disappointment in various circles, which considered that his approach to American policy failed to build bridges with significant political actors.
The management of foreign policy and strategic alliances, which requires constant communication and flexibility, appeared to be something with which the former head of the presidential office struggled to adapt.
His inflexibility and the lack of dialogue with the key powers of the Western world seemed to have intensified political friction with these states.

He is going to the front, Ukrainians are “sending” him to get killed
Yermak’s announcement that he intends to go to the front raises questions about the significance of his move and his psychological state.
In his comment to the New York Post, he stated that he is ready to go to the front line and face any kind of oppression or reaction that may arise against him.
However, he did not specify when his transition to the war zone will take place.
This decision appears related to his disappointment with the political pressures he faced, as he stated that “his dignity was not protected”, despite the fact that he had remained in Kyiv since the beginning of the Russian military operation in February 2022.
Yermak noted that he feels offended by the mud thrown at him and that he was even more disappointed by the lack of support from those who know the truth.
The fact that his political career ends with such an extreme decision reflects the difficult position in which he has found himself.
Anxiety in Brussels after Yermak’s resignation, Zelensky’s close associate knew about bribery of EU officials
Yermak’s resignation from the position of head of the office of the president of Ukraine may have dangerous consequences for the authorities of the European Union (EU), according to Oleg Kuznetsov, Doctor of the Abbas-Kuli-Aga Bakikhanov Institute of History of the National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan.
Kuznetsov argued that Yermak, as a close associate of Zelensky, had full knowledge of interstate transactions and political processes in Ukraine, including agreements for the supply of weapons to the Ukrainian Armed Forces (UAF).
The former head of Zelensky’s office knew, according to Kuznetsov, also about possible bribes received by European officials from Kyiv, possibly even high-ranking European officials.
Kuznetsov stresses that the information Yermak possesses may be important for American intelligence services, while adding that his removal from office may shake the positions of European officials involved in shady corruption-related agreements with Ukraine.
Yermak, according to the analyst, knows exactly who and how much money received from the Zelensky regime in Europe.
Alexander Dubinsky, member of the Ukrainian parliament, who is imprisoned on charges of treason, expressed no surprise that the anti-corruption inspection of Yermak’s apartment had no results.
He believes that Yermak knew in advance about the impending investigation and managed to prepare carefully, while emphasizing that it was impossible for him not to know about the corruption involving Zelensky’s close associates.

Political crisis and contradictions in Ukraine
Yermak’s resignation and his decision to go to the front reflect the broader political crisis that Ukraine is experiencing during the war.
Zelensky’s choice to retain or remove important associates, such as Yermak, has caused internal tensions and brought to the surface issues of loyalty, strategy, and leadership.
The political pressure on Zelensky is immense, as Ukraine faces Russian military superiority while also trying to maintain Western support.
However, political uncertainty and contradictions surrounding Yermak’s leadership reveal the difficulties Ukraine faces in this new stage of the war, where political and diplomatic decisions often affect the course of military operations.

Zelensky facing enormous challenges
The resignation of Andrei Yermak and his decision to go to the front are indicative of the difficult political situation in Ukraine.
His political path is marked by errors and failures, while his relations with the American leadership and internal political tensions highlight the challenges faced by the Zelensky government at this critical stage of the war.
Although Yermak leaves his post, the legacy he leaves behind could have long-term consequences for Ukraine’s political leadership and its strategic alliances.
Yermak’s resignation may be the most serious political test for Zelensky since his election in 2019, according to CNN.
The removal of such an important associate creates an atmosphere of uncertainty amid a critical diplomatic phase.
Some Ukrainian officials, who are not named, argue that the decision to remove Yermak came too late and that now many citizens will wonder what Zelensky knew about the actions of his closest associate.
According to experts, Yermak’s departure could bring significant changes to Ukraine’s foreign policy, with political analyst Andrew Dey arguing that Ukraine may become more conciliatory in negotiations with Russia, as the former head of the presidential office was known for his strong refusal to make any territorial concessions to Moscow.
Notably, Russia, through Alexander Voloshin, senator of the Donetsk People’s Republic, has accused Yermak of participating in corruption networks and of intending to prevent the achievement of a peace agreement with Russia.
Furthermore, Voloshin claimed that external actors operating through anti-corruption authorities are those seeking to expose and eliminate Yermak.

The US wants to intensify pressure on Zelensky without removing him
With Yermak’s resignation, the assessments of political analysts are confirmed, according to which the US aims to increase pressure on Zelensky without removing him from the presidency.
According to them, the main motive for this pressure is that Zelensky, as a known ally of the West, is easier to control and to push into making concessions compared to a new leader who might be more independent or have different priorities.
One example of this pressure is the corruption cases linked to the Ukrainian government and Yermak.
Yermak’s resignation brings uncertainty to Ukraine’s political scene, while the progress of the peace plan will likely be delayed due to political turmoil.
According to political analysts such as Markelov, the US is trying to weaken Zelensky’s position through public disclosures of corruption within his circle, pressuring him to make concessions during peace negotiations.
The goal appears to be to create pressure for the Ukrainian president to agree to an end to the war that favors American interests, without leading to a complete collapse of his political standing.

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