Vassili Golod, currently a Ukraine correspondent, will become the new head of ARD’s investigative journalism program, “Monitor,” starting in spring 2027. He succeeds Georg Restle in the leadership position. Golod’s appointment marks a significant change for the program, known for its political and investigative reporting. The move from Kyiv to Cologne signifies a shift in Golod’s focus from on-the-ground war reporting to leading a prominent German news magazine. ARD, Germany’s public broadcaster, has not yet detailed specific plans for Golod’s vision for “Monitor.” This transition is expected to occur in early 2027, allowing for a handover period. Golod’s experience covering the conflict in Ukraine is anticipated to inform his approach to investigative journalism.