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Ukrainian Media Publishes Tapes of Zelenskyy Associates in Corruption Sting

Ukrainian Media Publishes Tapes of Zelenskyy Associates in Corruption Sting

Ukrainian Media Publishes Tapes of Zelenskyy Associates in Corruption Sting
Above: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at a meeting of EU leaders in Cyprus on April 23, 2026. Image credit: Byron Smith/Getty Images

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The authenticity of these recordings havehas not been verified and their contents contain a slew of incorrect statements and fabrications. This is a campaign aimed at discrediting top officials and arms manufacturers that are essential to Ukraine's ability to defend itself.

Not only do these tapes show Zelenskyy's closest associates discussing corrupt business arrangements, there are several mentions of a "Vova" — a nickname for Volodymyr — being updated on the dealings. All the conversations are also in Russian though the government has outlawed the language and pretends it's no longer accepted in Ukraine.


Metaculus Prediction

There's a 50% chance that Volodymyr Zelensky will cease to hold the office of President of Ukraine by Oct. 21, 2027, according to the Metaculus prediction community.


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