The Weekend Intelligence: Operation Midas

The Weekend Intelligence podcast delves into "Operation Midas," a massive corruption scandal in Ukraine, potentially involving over $100 million stolen from a country at war. The investigation, led by NABU and SAPO, uncovers a scheme within the state nuclear energy company, Energoatom, where officials skimmed millions from public contracts, neglecting critical infrastructure protection. The probe leads to high-profile figures, including Deputy Prime Minister Chernyshov and President Zelensky's Chief of Staff, Andrei Yermak, with allegations of bribery, money laundering, and abuse of power. Despite attempts to thwart the investigation, public outcry and pressure from Western partners allowed the anti-corruption bodies to continue their work, revealing deep-seated corruption and raising questions about the stability and future of Ukraine's leadership.