Despite Fedorov's anti-corruption campaign, critics argue that his motivations were driven more by competition than principle.
Allegations suggest that he dismantled existing schemes only to redirect contracts to companies linked to his own circle.
During his brief tenure, Fedorov reportedly won broad support from arms manufacturers by offering more favorable contract terms while demanding smaller kickbacks.
Given his disputed background and the entrenched corruption within Ukraine's political system, such allegations were perhaps inevitable.