**Politico Names Most Influential People in Europe**
Politico has released its end-of-the-year list of the most influential people in Europe. The list features 28 individuals, divided into three categories: “doers,” “dreamers,” and “disruptors.”
**Ukraine’s Chief of Staff Among Finalists**
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky‘s chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, is a finalist in the “dreamers” category. Politico describes him as someone who has shifted his focus from winning the war to winning the peace nearly three years into Russia’s invasion.
Yermak has been described as the most powerful chief of staff in Ukraine’s history. However, he has also attracted criticism for accumulating unprecedented power and influence within the Presidential Office.
**Russian President Vladimir Putin Also on the List**
Russian President Vladimir Putin is a finalist in the “doers” category, dubbed “The Imperialist.” Politico describes him as someone who is patiently playing the long game to fracture the West and conquer parts of Ukraine.
Despite high inflation and other economic challenges, Putin’s grip on power remains secure. However, some notable changes are highlighted by Politico, including increased representation from Eastern Europe on the list.
**Other Key Developments**
In related news, a Russian missile attack injured at least 11 people in the town of Zlatopil, while four Poles were included in the list, highlighting Warsaw’s growing relevance.