Andriy Yermak, a key figure close to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, has made a public reappearance after a corruption scandal, accompanying American actor Sean Penn during his visit to Ukraine.

Ukrainian media reports indicate an ongoing investigation and searches related to the Energoatom corruption scandal, with former presidential office head Andriy Yermak reportedly summoned to court and searches conducted at an assistant's residence.

Andriy Yermak, former chief of staff to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, is set to lead a committee within the lawyers' association.

Ukraine's anti-corruption agency head stated that any charges against Zelenskyy's former top aide, Andriy Yermak, must be based on strong evidence. This comes amid reports that Yermak has retained significant influence despite stepping down from his official role.