Serhii Leshchenko, known for his political influence and outspoken views, continues to play a significant role in Ukrainian politics. Recently reappointed alongside Mykhailo Podoliak in the President's Office, Leshchenko remains a key figure in advising on sensitive national matters. His insights cover various domains, from defense strategies in Kharkiv to suggestions on EU refugee policies. His statements often make headlines, such as equating President Zelenskyy to historic leaders or addressing provocations by foreign entities. Leshchenko's involvement in issues like political mobilization pressures from the US and fortification claims reflect his impact on both domestic and international policies.
What positions do Serhii Leshchenko and Mykhailo Podoliak hold?
Serhii Leshchenko and Mykhailo Podoliak have been reappointed to positions within the President's Office of Ukraine. As advisers, they play crucial roles in shaping policies and providing strategic insights on national matters for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Why did Serhii Leshchenko equate Zelenskyy with Volodymyr the Great?
Serhii Leshchenko equated President Volodymyr Zelenskyy with Volodymyr the Great following a significant legislative move by the Verkhovna Rada to ban the Russian Church in Ukraine. This comparison underscores Zelenskyy's perceived strong leadership in protecting Ukraine's sovereignty and cultural heritage.
What are Leshchenko's views on US pressure to lower mobilization age?
Serhii Leshchenko, as an adviser in the President's Office, acknowledged the pressure from US politicians on President Zelenskyy to lower the mobilization age. This pressure comes from both Democratic and Republican parties, reflecting international interest in Ukraine's military strategy.
Did Serhii Leshchenko address the accusations about Kharkiv's fortifications?
Yes, Serhii Leshchenko labeled statements about the absence of fortifications in Kharkiv as manipulative and enemy propaganda. He confirmed that a comprehensive system of defensive fortifications is actively being built in the region to ensure its security.
What is Serhii Leshchenko's stance on Ukrainian refugees and EU support?
Serhii Leshchenko suggested that EU countries should reconsider their support for Ukrainian refugees, advocating for measures that encourage refugees to return home. His controversial stance aims to address demographic challenges and strengthen Ukraine's post-war recovery.
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Leshchenko and Podoliak "reappointed" to positions in OP, they continue to work. VIDEO Yermak's adviser Serhii Leshchenko said that he and Mykhailo Podoliak continue to work in the President's Office. They have been reassigned to other positions. 4 717 48 Previously in trend: Yermak’s dismissal
All of Yermak’s assistants and advisers have been dismissed from President’s Office, - media. DOCUMENT Following Andrii Yermak's resignation as head of the President's Office, his advisers and assistants were also dismissed. 7 300 47 Previously in trend: Yermak’s dismissal
US politicians from both parties put pressure on Zelenskyy to reduce mobilization age - OP adviser Leshchenko US politicians from the Democratic and Republican parties are putting pressure on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to lower the mobilization age. 12 976 205
Leshchenko equates Zelenskyy with Volodymyr the Great After the Verkhovna Rada voted to ban the Russian Church in Ukraine, Advisor to the Head of the Presidential Office Serhii Leshchenko equated Volodymyr Zelenskyy with Prince Volodymyr the Great. 22 032 213
Statements about absence of fortifications in Kharkiv region are manipulation and enemy propaganda - OP advisor Leshchenko. VIDEO Statements about the alleged absence of fortifications in the Kharkiv region are manipulative. On the outskirts of Kharkiv, as well as in other border and frontline regions, a layered system of defensive fortifications is being built, consisting of several defensive lines. 15 653 170 Previously in trend: War
If there is no telethon, there will be media chaos – Yermak’s advisor Leshchenko Advisor to the head of the Office of President Serhii Leshchenko said that media chaos would arise without the United News telethon. 21 926 255
President has right to dismiss Zaluzhnyi - new propaganda from Presidential Office Journalists who are loyal to the President’s Office, justifying the possible resignation of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, put forward the argument that the popularly elected president can dismiss officials for whom no one voted. 33 666 231 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War
EU countries should stop supporting refugees from Ukraine so that they return home – adviser to head of OP Leshchenko Advisor to the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Serhii Leshchenko believes that EU countries should stop helping Ukrainian refugees so that they return home. 82 398 538
Biden arrived in Kyiv. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS US President Joe Biden made an unannounced visit to Kyiv. 57 692 251
Ukraine can transfer Kolomoysky to the U.S., - adviser to Chairman of the U.S. Parliamentary Assembly Leshchenko Representatives of United Civil Party do not rule out that after the deprivation of Ukrainian citizenship, businessman Igor Kolomoysky will be handed over to United States. 42 483 224
Missile strikes were struck on objects of "Ukrzaliznytsia" in Kyiv, - Leshchenko Russian strikes in Kyiv were inflicted on Ukrzaliznytsia facilities. 29 632 26 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War
Zelenskyi proposes Monastyrskyi for post of Interior Minister President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi has nominated Head of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Law Enforcement Denys Monastyrskyi for the post of new Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine. 31 413 242
NABU, SAPO catch two attorneys taking bribes for deciding case heard by District Administrative Court. PHOTO Detectives of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU), under the procedural guidance of prosecutors of the Special Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO), exposed two attorneys-at-law for a request to provide and receive $100,000 of illegal benefits. 29 176 77
Court recognizes dismissal of Nasirov from post of State Fiscal Service Chair to be illegal The Sixth Appeal Court of Kyiv recognized the decision of the Cabinet of Minister on the dismissal of former chair of State Fiscal Service Roman Nasirov as illegal. 19 556 167
Law enforcers withdraw Ex-MP Mykytas from flight to UK. PHOTOS Law enforcers did not let former Member of Parliament Maksym Mykytas (the Volia Narodu parliamentary group), suspected of misappropriating UAH 82 million of state funds when exchanging apartments for the National Guard military, abroad, withdrawing him from the flight to the United Kingdom. 37 652 168
Kononenko refutes info about his detention, says he is in Istanbul now Former Ukraine's deputy Ihor Kononenko has denied the information voiced by former deputy Serhii Leshchenko about his detention at the Boryspil airport (Kyiv) while trying to cross the border and said that he is currently in Istanbul (Turkey) and then plans to go to China. 4 906 46
Cabinet makes submission to president to dismiss Klitschko from post of Kyiv administration head The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has agreed on the dismissal of Head of Kyiv City State Administration Vitali Klitschko. 29 144 354
Lutsenko: MP Leshchenko to be summoned to PGO, probably handed suspicion notice Independent parliamentarian of Ukraine Serhii Leshchenko will be summoned to the General Prosecutor’s Office, and then he will probably be handed a suspicion notice, said Prosecutor General Yurii Lutsenko. 6 341 61
Mortar tube explosion at Rivne firing range could be caused by double loading, top military prosecutor says Double loading could have caused the explosion of mortar tube during live-fire exercise at the Rivne-based shooting ground. 31 010 146
Ukrainian MP says has more evidence against Manafort, - CNN The document allegedly confirms that former advisor to fugitive Ukrainian president Yanukovych and former head of Trump's presidential campaign Paul Manafort could have been hiding funds received from Yanukovych. 34 775 52 Previously in trend: Party of Regions’ off-the-book payments
NABU detectives come to Feofania hospital to apprehend State Fiscal Service Chief Nasirov. PHOTOS Member of Ukrainian Parliament Serhii Leshchenko says detectives of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) arrived in Feofania hospital in Kyiv larger area to detain Head of State Fiscal Service Roman Nasirov. 161 225 453 Previously in trend: Trial of Nasirov
"Alternative views should also be voiced," – MP Leshchenko to attend Pinchuk’s event in Davos Petro Poroshenko Bloc (PPB) faction MP Serhii Leshchenko is going to take part in the Ukrainian Lunch traditionally organized by Viktor Pinchuk Foundation at the World Economic Forum in Davos (Switzerland). 13 052 95 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas
Leshchenko committed administrative violation when buying his apartment, - NAPC Ukraine's National Agency for Prevention of Corruption (NAPC) has finished the check into apartment acquisition by Ukrainian MP (Petro Poroshenko Bloc) Serhii Leshchenko. The purchase was conducted with an alleged administrative violation. 22 110 141
Saakashvili’s resignation was expected as he earlier turned down proposal to head Petro Poroshenko Bloc, - MP Leshchenko Mikheil Saakashvili failed to implement his plans and ideas while he was heading the Odesa Regional State Administration as he previously declined the president's proposal to head Petro Poroshenko Bloc (PPB). 57 593 193 Previously in trend: Saakashvili’s resignation
PGO launches pretrial probe into MP Leshchenko's flat purchase The Prosecutor General's Office (PGO) has started a pretrial investigation against Petro Poroshenko Bloc deputy Serhii Leshchenko charged with unjust enrichment. 29 448 203
MP Leshchenko declares over $100,000, 50,000 euros in cash and room in Kyiv Ukrainian lawmaker Serhii Leshchenko reveals a 24-meter office in Kyiv owned by Viktor Yendrzhievskyi, which the MP has been using free of charge since Feb. 1, 2015. 47 878 171 Previously in trend: E-declarations of senior officials
NABU to verify allegations of Lutsenko's real estate graft Following numerous requests by media and public organizations, the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine has launched an analytical verification of information on a failure to comply with the requirements of anti-corruption legislation when buying and using immovable property on Esplanadna Street in Kyiv. 8 164 25 Previously in trend: Prosecutor General Lutsenko
"I do not understand Leshchenko's moral arguments... He exposed entire anti-corruption unit," - Kholodnytskyi (updated) Special Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office demands to submit the purchase of MP Serhii Leshchenko's controversial apartment to the Unified Register of pre-trial investigations. 81 135 399
NABU found violations in MP Leshchenko's acquisition of apartment, materials to be transferred to Agency on corruption prevention, - Head Sytnyk Ukraine's National Anti-Corruption Bureau says MP Serhii Leshchenko committed several violations when buying his apartment. 61 573 462 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine
"Conclusions made, i's dotted, everyone understands who is who," - Myroslava Gongadze on scandal with Serhii Leshchenko Heorhii Gongadze's widow Myroslava, commenting on deputy Serhii Leshchenko's words towards her, said that everyone should listen to their conscience when doing anything. 63 422 234
"I was wrong," - MP Leshchenko apologizes to Myroslava Gongadze Petro Poroshenko Bloc MP Serhii Leshchenko has offered his apologies to journalist Myroslava Gongadze for his words. 49 802 41
"Gongadze's name safeguards Myroslava and children, opens many avenues to them," - Leshchenko responded to criticism by Gongadze's widow Petro Poroshenko Block MP Serhii Leshchenko says the name of journalist Heorhii Gongadze safeguards his widow Myroslava and their children and opens a lot of avenues to them. 80 134 144
NABU to check legality of funds MP Leshchenko spent to purchase luxury apartment in downtown Kyiv. DOCUMENT (in Ukrainian) The law enforcement agency will initiate bringing the perpetrators to justice if elements of the crime are found. 28 947 210
Money for Manafort was most often received by former Party of Regions MP Kaliuzhnyi, - MP Leshchenko Petro Poroshenko Bloc MP Serhii Leshchenko believes former adviser of Viktor Yanukovych Paul Manafort might be able to add missing details to criminal investigation against former Justice Minister Oleksandr Lavrynovych. 7 856 14 Previously in trend: Party of Regions’ off-the-book payments
Prosecutor General Lutsenko replied to MP Leshchenko: "I can provide you no competition in secret meetings with oligarchs" Prosecutor General Yurii Lutsenko claims he has not met with Ukrainian oligarch Ihor Kolomoiskyi this year. 52 560 106 Previously in trend: Prosecutor General Lutsenko
MP Leshchenko comments on his meeting with Russian oligarch Grigorishyn: "I've known him for 12 years, and will keep communicating with him" Petro Poroshenko Bloc (PPB) MP Serhii Leshchenko has commented on his meeting with Russian-Ukrainian oligarch Konstantin Grigorishyn in a Kyiv restaurant, reported earlier by former MP Vasyl Horbal. 83 342 338
Yura Yenakiyevskiy settles all issues via Pechersk court judge Lytvynova, - MP Leshchenko All cases related to Yanukovych's ally Yurii Ivaniushchenko are considered in some odd way by the same judge of the Pechersk district court of Kyiv. 31 870 62
Zalishchuk, Leshchenko, Ptashnyk and Nayyem joined DemAliance party Poroshenko Bloc MPs Serhii Leshchenko, Mustafa Nayyem, Svitlana Zalishchuk and unaffiliated parliamentary Viktoria Ptashnyk have joined the DemAlliance party. 41 294 165
Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office publishes full text of production on Onyshchenko's case The Special Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office has published full text of its presentation on indictment of MP Oleksandr Onyshchenko. 23 003 93 Previously in trend: Onyshchenko case
Leshchenko on Ivaniushchenko's removal from Interpol wanted list: "We are dealing with conspiracy involving president" Petro Poroshenko Bloc MP Serhii Leshchenko believes that President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko is involved in the removal of Yurii Ivaniushchenko from an international wanted list. 65 382 209
"I believe various parties including PPB have second set of books," - MP Leshchenko All political parties are financed with slush funds. 9 785 48 Previously in trend: Party of Regions’ off-the-book payments
Exposer of Party of Regions’ slush funds Trepak claims shadowing Next Wednesday, June 8, SBU ex-Deputy Head Viktor Trepak will again testify in the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) regarding the documents proving off-the-book practices of the Party of Regions he has recently handed over to this agency. 46 222 62 Previously in trend: Party of Regions’ off-the-book payments
NABU's materials differ from those unveiled by MP Leshchenko, - Sytnyk on Party of Regions' leaked records The materials on Party of Regions' slush funds provided to the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine differ from those published by Petro Poroshenko Bloc MP Serhii Leshchenko. 27 588 65 Previously in trend: Party of Regions’ off-the-book payments
Party of Regions’ off-the-book payments unveiled: $66 million spent on political corruption over six months of 2012. DOCUMENT Party of Regions’ off-the book financial schemes show that its members spent over $66 million on political corruption within less than six months of 2012. 171 912 282 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine Party of Regions’ off-the-book payments
Reinstating Kononenko as PPB's first deputy head will affect Poroshenko's approval rating, - MP Leshchenko Reinstating Ihor Kononenko as first deputy head of PPB faction will have negative effects on President Petro Poroshenko's approval rating as well as on the faction's internal environment and will be a signal to society that corruption is backed by the leadership of the state. 36 482 180
Well-known TV host Savik Schuster’s work permit in Ukraine canceled Journalist Savik Shuster, who possesses the nationality of Canada, has his permission to work in Ukraine canceled. 196 247 1 121 Previously in trend: Shuster scandal
PGO set to issue notice of suspicion to Horbatiuk, - MP Leshchenko Petro Poroshenko Bloc faction MP Serhii Leshchenko says the Prosecutor General's Office intends to notify Serhii Horbatiuk, head of PGO Special Investigations Department, of suspicion of official negligence. 52 042 48 Previously in trend: Odesa tragedy Investigation of crimes against Maidan
Hroisman presented possible Cabinet composition at PPB meeting Prime minister candidate Volodymyr Hroisman has presented possible Cabinet composition at the Petro Poroshenko Bloc (PPB) faction meeting. 174 053 197 Previously in trend: Hroisman’s Cabinet
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