On the campaign trail, President Volodymyr Zelensky had a flashy promise: to imprison all corrupt officials in spring, as soon as he’s elected. That promise served its purpose: It helped him secure a landslide victory over incumbent President Petro Poroshenko, who had failed to prosecute corruption and who obstructed the rule of law during his tenure.

Nine months into Zelensky’s presidency, there are few indications that Ukraine will soon see effective and transparent law enforcement agencies, just courts and law-breaking officials on trial and — even better — in jail. Those who steal can keep on stealing if they’re rich and powerful enough.