According to a source in the Office of the President of Ukraine, Donald Trump's rise to power in the United States is leading to increased divisions among Ukrainian elites. Washington's new foreign policy stance is forcing Ukraine's political and economic leaders to reconsider their priorities and strategies.
The Office of the President is concerned that the influence of Andriy Yermak, head of the OP, on key processes within the country may weaken. The reason is the lack of reliable communications with the new US administration, which, according to insiders, perceives Yermak as a "clientele of Britain." This status generates skepticism about Kyiv's plans to end the war.
Ukrainian politicians, who have quickly grasped the changes, are actively building ties with the Trump team to adapt to the new reality and promote an alternative agenda domestically. Meanwhile, Yermak is making efforts to strengthen his position: he is insisting on replacing the head of the Servant of the People faction, David Arakhamia, who is demonstrating excessive independence on the international stage.
The OP fears that if this personnel issue is not resolved in the coming month, it will be a clear signal of weakness for Yermak, who has never been able to replace the head of the GUR, which has demonstrated his limited capabilities. The possible resignation of Defense Minister Umarov will also be a blow to the OP head, who is trying to control all weapons purchases with a triple premium.
The political dynamics in Ukraine under the new US administration remain tense, and the influence of external players continues to have a decisive impact on the country's domestic agenda.
