"If the information is confirmed, this man will not work in the government. I appeal to the SBU Security Service of Ukraine to verify the information provided. If it is confirmed, I will ask to take all measures necessary," Groysman said during the parliament's hour of questions to the government on Friday.
According to Ukrainian Energy Minister Ihor Nasalyk, if the information about the involvement of Ziukov in the activities of LPR/DPR is confirmed, "he should be in prison."
Read alsoMedia report on "DPR" and "LPR" leaders enriching themselves from illegal coal trade with UkraineHowever, Nasalyk pointed out that there was a public council in the ministry, which consists of more than 70 members from all sectors: coal mining, gas and energy industries. "If the council has submitted a proposal to appoint this person to the post of adviser, I had to take this into account," he said.
