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Ukraine’s agriculture minister faced organized crime charges and was briefly detained before being released on bail. The country has been cracking down on corruption, with top officials being investigated and removed from their positions. President Zelensky purged nine senior government officials in response to widespread corruption allegations. The country also faced criticism for the potential misuse of Western weapons sent to Ukraine. Despite these challenges, the US approved billions in funding for Ukraine, including military assistance to counter Russia’s invasion. Ukraine’s efforts to combat corruption are crucial for its aspirations to join the EU and NATO.