Amid escalating nationwide protests, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has reversed his stance on contentious legislation that threatened the integrity of the country’s independent anti-corruption institutions. In an insightful analysis, senior writer Katrin Bennhold and international news editor Marc Santora from The New York Times delve into the circumstances that prompted this important decision. Discover how public outcry and demands for accountability played a crucial role in shaping Ukraine’s political landscape.