Leaked Doc Reveals Biden Admin Pushing Ukraine Reforms to Fight Corruption

Leaked document shows Biden admin's concerns about corruption in Ukraine
Seeks reforms in Ukraine including implementing NATO policies, privatizing banks, decentralizing national security
Aims to reduce oligarch control of economy and key sectors like energy and mining
Concerns that corruption could limit Western support for Ukraine
In response, Zelensky cut 7 senior defense officials last month over corruption allegations

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Posted 10/2/2023, 2:51:26 PM