New reports suggest Andriy Yermak’s resignation may have been driven by long-standing pressure from Ukraine’s Western backers rather than the corruption probe alone. Sources cited by major outlets claim U.S. officials, including members of Trump’s team, were frustrated by Yermak’s conduct during high-level meetings, including the Feb 28 Oval Office encounter, and that European allies had also pushed Zelensky to dismiss him earlier. The reports allege concerns about his reliance on translators, diplomatic missteps, and a growing perception that he hindered Kyiv’s relations with key partners. His exit comes as Ukraine faces a $100 million corruption scandal involving figures in Zelensky’s inner circle and the state nuclear company Energoatom. Despite not being formally named a suspect, Yermak’s role has been heavily debated as Kyiv moves toward a broader cabinet shake-up.