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Andriy Yermak

Former Head of the President's Office
Andriy Borysovych Yermak is the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine (since February 11, 2020). Previously, he was a member of the National Investment Council and a member of the Supervisory Board of Ukroboronprom. He was the founder of the media company Garnet International Media Group. He was born in 1971 in Kyiv. He graduated from the Institute of International Relations of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. In 2019, he joined the election campaign headquarters of presidential candidate Volodymyr Zelenskyy. After the start of the full-scale invasion, Yermak, along with the President and the government, remained in Kyiv. He takes an active part in the process of exchanging and returning Ukrainian prisoners of war.
1995
Received a certificate of the right to practice law
1997
Founded an International Legal Company
2017
Became a member of the Ukrainian Film Academy and a member of the European Film Academy
2019
Appointed Assistant to the President of Ukraine
2019
Appointed a member of the National Investment Council
2019
Became a member of the Supervisory Board of the State Concern "Ukroboronprom"
2020
Appointed Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine
2020
Appointed Chairman of the Commission on State Awards and Heraldry
2022
Was one of those responsible for exchanging Azovstal defenders for Medvedchuk in Turkey
2022
Included in the list of 28 most influential people in Europe in 2025 according to Politico
In November 2025
he was dismissed from the position of Head of the President's Office
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Zelenskyy removed Yermak from the National Security and Defense Council and the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy removed Andriy Yermak from the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief and the National Security and Defense Council. This decision is recorded in decrees No. 902/2025 and No. 901/2025 after Yermak's dismissal from the post of Head of the President's Office.

Politics • December 5, 07:51 PM • 7076 views
New Head of Presidential Office may be announced today - MP

People's Deputy Yaroslav Zhelezniak reported that the new head of the Presidential Office may be announced today, following the resignation of Andriy Yermak a week ago. President Zelenskyy previously held meetings with candidates for the position.

Politics • December 5, 06:42 AM • 3560 views
Magamedrasulov's release from custody does not mean acquittal: what the NABU detective is accused of and what could happen next

NABU detective Ruslan Magamedrasulov is a suspect in two criminal proceedings: regarding entrepreneurial activity involving the cultivation of industrial hemp and its sale to Dagestan, as well as possible assistance to "conversion centers. " The Kyiv Court of Appeal changed his pre-trial detention from custody to personal recognizance, which the Prosecutor General's Office explains by reduced risks and sufficient evidence.

Crimes and emergencies • December 5, 06:30 AM • 92437 views
A decision on the new head will be made soon: Zelenskyy met with candidates for the position of Head of the Presidential Office

President Zelenskyy met with candidates for the position of the new Head of the Presidential Office. A decision on the new head of the Office will be made soon.

Politics • December 4, 07:38 PM • 4004 views
"Black Friday" for Pyshnyi and ICU: political scientist on how Yermak's resignation destroyed their immunity

Political scientist Oleh Posternak in an op-ed for UNN on the possible consequences of Andriy Yermak's resignation for NBU Governor Andriy Pyshnyi and Investment Capital Ukraine.

Politics • December 4, 12:21 PM • 62281 views
I want to hold additional consultations, I have planned them upon my return to Ukraine: Zelenskyy on the new head of the Presidential Office

President Zelenskyy stated that he has not yet decided on the new head of the Presidential Office. He plans to hold additional consultations after returning to Ukraine to determine the direction of management.

Politics • December 1, 04:29 PM • 3944 views
EU foreign policy chief concerned about pressure on Ukraine to make concessions to Russia - The Guardian

Kaja Kallas expressed concern about possible pressure on Ukraine in peace talks and emphasized the importance of reparations credits from frozen Russian assets. She also supported Ukrainian anti-corruption institutions, stressing the importance of trust during the war.

Politics • December 1, 04:16 PM • 4736 views
Zelenskyy meets Macron in Paris today to strengthen support for Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. This comes amid Donald Trump's optimism about a deal to end Russia's war against Ukraine.

Politics • December 1, 06:44 AM • 5285 views
Putin to receive updated peace plan from US on Tuesday - Axios

US and Ukrainian officials are meeting in Miami to coordinate positions before Trump's delegation travels to Moscow with an updated peace plan. Key disagreements concern territories and security guarantees.

Politics • November 30, 02:43 PM • 5742 views
The Washington Post: Trump administration to increase pressure on Zelenskyy next week to reach a deal on the war

The Washington Post reports that the US will increase pressure on Zelenskyy next week to advance a deal to end the war with Russia. This comes amid a domestic political crisis in Ukraine, including a corruption scandal and shelling.

Politics • November 30, 09:03 AM • 20984 views
Yermak's resignation could weaken Zelenskyy's political control - NYT

Zelenskyy may also face problems controlling the ruling Servant of the People party and ministries amid the pluralism of Ukraine's domestic politics.

Politics • November 29, 03:10 PM • 29894 views
Official: Zelenskyy appoints Umerov to replace Yermak as head of Ukraine's delegation for peace talks ahead of US visit

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov as the head of Ukraine's delegation to participate in the negotiation process with the United States and other international partners, as well as with representatives of the Russian Federation. Previously, this delegation was headed by Andriy Yermak.

Politics • November 29, 10:27 AM • 6245 views
Budanov heads to US for talks - The Economist

According to a journalist from The Economist, the head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, is heading to the United States, possibly as the leader of the negotiation process. Earlier, Rustem Umerov and Serhiy Kyslytsia traveled to the US to discuss a peace plan.

Politics • November 29, 07:59 AM • 17990 views
Umerov and Kyslytsia have already left for the US to discuss Trump's peace plan

Ukrainian officials Rustem Umerov and Serhiy Kyslytsia have traveled to the US to discuss a peace plan. They will meet with US envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Florida.

Politics • November 29, 06:47 AM • 8825 views
"I don't want to create problems for Zelenskyy, so I'm going to the front" - Yermak after dismissal and searchesPhoto

Former head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak announced his intention to go to the front after NABU and SAP searches of his home on November 28. He said he was ready for any consequences and felt discredited.

Politics • November 29, 02:21 AM • 27796 views
Yermak was "beside himself" after learning about Zelenskyy's decision to dismiss him - The Economist

Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak was shocked and confused after learning about Zelenskyy's decision to dismiss him from the post of head of the OP, although he was previously considered too influential to resign.

Politics • November 29, 01:02 AM • 11038 views
The Cabinet of Ministers dismissed Hryhorenko from the post of First Deputy Minister of Culture

Halyna Hryhorenko has been dismissed from the post of First Deputy Minister of Culture of Ukraine at her own request. She thanked the team and partners for a year of work, promising to release details later.

Culture • November 28, 11:52 PM • 15706 views
Rustem Umerov to meet with Trump's envoy and US delegation instead of Yermak – FT

Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov will take part in negotiations with Donald Trump's envoy, Scott Witkoff, and the US delegation. Umerov will go to Miami instead of Andriy Yermak, who was dismissed from the post of Head of the Presidential Office and had previously planned the trip.

Politics • November 28, 08:59 PM • 40712 views
Yermak resigned a day before meeting with Witkoff and Kushner

Andriy Yermak resigned a day before meeting with US President's special representative Steve Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner. The purpose of the visit was to finalize the positions of the US and Ukraine before Witkoff and Kushner's trip to Moscow.

Politics • November 28, 06:54 PM • 11430 views
Fatal combination: Tusk reacts to “political crisis in Ukraine” and chaos in peace plan negotiations

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk called the dismissal of the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine a political crisis. This happened against the backdrop of Orban's visit to Putin and the chaos in the negotiations on the Witkoff plan.

Politics • November 28, 06:15 PM • 10167 views
Too much negativity: SBU to analyze the situation in the law enforcement system and in the regions

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy instructed the SBU to analyze the situation in the law enforcement system and in the regions. Conclusions and decisions are expected based on the results of the analysis.

Politics • November 28, 04:08 PM • 4975 views
Zelenskyy signed a decree dismissing Yermak from the post of Head of the President's OfficePhoto

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed decree No. 868/2025 on the dismissal of Andriy Yermak from the post of Head of the President's Office. The corresponding decision was published on the website of the head of state's online representation.

Politics • November 28, 03:55 PM • 4506 views
Reboot: Zelenskyy to hold consultations tomorrow with those who could head the Presidential Office

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced a reboot of the Presidential Office. Consultations regarding a new head will take place tomorrow, after Andriy Yermak submitted his resignation.

Politics • November 28, 03:39 PM • 4071 views
Head of OP Yermak resigns - Zelenskyy

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the resignation of the Head of the Office of the President, Andriy Yermak.

Politics • November 28, 03:22 PM • 47209 views
US ready to recognize Russia's control over Crimea and occupied Ukrainian territories for the success of a peace deal – The TelegraphPhoto

The administration of US President Donald Trump is preparing a proposal that involves recognizing Russia's control over annexed Crimea and occupied territories of Ukraine. This is part of a peace agreement being developed by US Special Representative Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

Politics • November 28, 02:03 PM • 4891 views
Yermak confirmed NABU and SAP searches at his home

Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak reported on procedural actions by NABU and SAP at his residence. He stated his full cooperation with the investigation and provided access to the apartment.

Politics • November 28, 07:50 AM • 4568 views
SAP and NABU confirmed searches at Yermak's place

NABU and SAP are conducting investigative actions at the office of the Head of the President's Office, Andriy Yermak. The searches are sanctioned and are being carried out as part of the investigation.

Politics • November 28, 07:04 AM • 7007 views
NABU and SAP conduct searches at Yermak's - sources

UNN sources confirm that NABU and SAP are conducting searches at the office of the Head of the Presidential Office, Andriy Yermak. The information was confirmed by a source, who stated: "It's true."

Politics • November 28, 06:35 AM • 21921 views
Yermak: Zelenskyy will not sign any document on renouncing territories as long as he is President of Ukraine

Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak stated that Volodymyr Zelenskyy will not sign any document on renouncing Ukrainian territories as long as he is in office. He emphasized that the Constitution of Ukraine prohibits such actions.

War in Ukraine • November 27, 10:24 PM • 17866 views
Zelenskyy announces important negotiations next week

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced important negotiations next week, which will involve not only the Ukrainian delegation but also himself. He noted that a solid foundation is being prepared for these talks.

Politics • November 27, 06:30 PM • 37467 views