Law enforcement officers exposed a scheme of misappropriation of UAH 10 million in procurements for the digital modernization of the Ministry of Justice. Among the defendants are a former State Secretary and current heads of departmental administrations. The officials inflated the cost of server equipment and software.
European Commissioner Marta Kos and EU Ambassador to Ukraine Katarina Maternova positively assessed the appointment of Oleksandr Tsyvinsky as director of the BEB. This decision by the Cabinet of Ministers is an important step towards strengthening institutions and fulfilling IMF conditions.
The HACC sentenced the former head of the State Judicial Administration of Ukraine, Oleksiy Salnikov, to 3 years in prison for abuse of influence. He was found guilty of inciting the provision of undue benefits to Supreme Court judges.
Andriy Yurchenko, the former head of the Rubizhne Military-Civil Administration (MVA), has been remanded in custody for 60 days with the possibility of bail set at six million hryvnias. He is suspected of involvement in a corruption scheme related to the procurement of UAVs and electronic warfare (EW) equipment.
The SAPO has completed the pre-trial investigation regarding 8 participants in the scheme of misappropriating over UAH 12. 5 million and attempting to misappropriate UAH 120 million from JSC "Kharkivoblenergo". The case materials have been opened for review by the defense.
The High Anti-Corruption Court chose a pre-trial restraint for the commander of a military unit in the form of arrest with an alternative of UAH 2 million bail. This decision concerns a case of corruption during the procurement of drones and EW, with the pre-trial restraint valid until September 30, 2025.
The court chose a pre-trial restraint for the director of the UAV manufacturing enterprise in the form of detention with an alternative of depositing 2 million UAH bail. This happened in the case of a large-scale corruption scheme during the procurement of drones and EW, where there are already six suspects.
The High Anti-Corruption Court chose a pre-trial measure for MP Oleksiy Kuznetsov in the form of detention for 60 days. He was given the opportunity to post bail in the amount of 8 million hryvnias.
The court chose a pre-trial restraint for the head of the Mukachevo RAA in the form of detention with the possibility of bail exceeding UAH 30 million. He is a defendant in a corruption case during the procurement of drones and EW equipment.
During peaceful protests near the Ivan Franko Theater, related to the NABU and SAP bill, provocations were recorded. Unknown individuals burned flags, but the organizers of the protest distanced themselves from these actions.
The SAP and NABU have notified six members of an organized criminal group involved in a corruption scheme during the procurement of UAVs and EW systems of suspicion. Among the suspects are the former head of the Luhansk Regional State Administration, a people's deputy, the head of the city military administration, the commander of a National Guard military unit, as well as the beneficiary and director of the UAV manufacturing enterprise.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved the dismissal of Serhiy Haidai from the post of head of the Mukachevo District State Administration. He is suspected of involvement in a large-scale corruption scheme for the procurement of UAVs and electronic warfare equipment.
President of Ukraine commented on the scandal involving the procurement of EW systems and FPV drones, exposed by anti-corruption bodies. He thanked NABU and SAP for their work and expects fair verdicts, and also instructed Minister of Internal Affairs Klymenko to conduct an official investigation in the National Guard.
The Cabinet of Ministers will send the President a draft order on the dismissal of Serhiy Haidai from the post of head of the Mukachevo District State Administration. He is suspected of involvement in a large-scale corruption scheme for the procurement of UAVs and electronic warfare equipment.
The "Servant of the People" faction has suspended the membership of MP Oleksiy Kuznetsov due to his involvement in a corruption scandal concerning drone procurement. NABU and SAP uncovered large-scale corruption involving the MP and National Guard servicemen.
NABU and SAP exposed a corruption scheme involving inflated prices for UAV and EW procurement. Among the suspects are a People's Deputy, heads of administrations, and National Guard servicemen; four have been detained.
The President reported the exposure of an MP, heads of administrations, and National Guard servicemen for bribery. This was the result of a report by NABU and SAPO.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko did not use his powers to take cases from NABU after the adoption of law No. 12414. NABU Director Semen Kryvonos noted that no interference occurred, and the head of SAP can now notify top officials of suspicion.
Oleksandr Tsyvinsky, the winner of the competition for the position of director of the Bureau of Economic Security, will undergo a polygraph test. This decision was made after a conversation with Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko.
The Verkhovna Rada approved the presidential law on NABU and SAP, demonstrating unexpected unanimity. However, behind the scenes, the "Servant of the People" faction is discussing strengthening the role of parliament and expanding control over the executive branch.
The law on restoring the powers of NABU and SAP was published on July 31 and will come into force on August 1. It reinstates old norms and establishes mandatory polygraph testing for employees.
The President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission welcomed the signing by the President of Ukraine of the law on NABU and SAPO, calling it a positive step. They emphasized the importance of continuing reforms in the rule of law and anti-corruption spheres for Ukraine's European path.
The SBU refutes political motives for the detention of NABU employee Ruslan Magamedrasulov, suspected of aiding Russia. He was arrested for selling technical hemp to Dagestan, not for documenting the businessman.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed the bill regarding NABU and SAPO. The document was previously submitted by him and voted on by the parliament.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine will inform partners about the restoration of NABU and SAP powers by presidential bill. This decision strengthens anti-corruption bodies and the law enforcement system.
The Verkhovna Rada did not support the resumption of live broadcasts of plenary sessions. The vote took place on July 31, and 200 deputies did not support the initiative.
European Commissioner Marta Kos reacted to the Verkhovna Rada's adoption of the bill on NABU and SAP, noting the restoration of key safeguards.
The High Anti-Corruption Court extended the arrest of MP Viktor Bondar until September 26, reducing bail from UAH 60. 5 million to UAH 36.3 million. He is suspected of embezzling over UAH 140 million during cable procurement for Ukrzaliznytsia.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted as a basis and in general the presidential bill No. 13533 regarding NABU and SAP. This step restores the powers of anti-corruption bodies after previous changes.
People's Deputy Dmytro Kostiuk announced his withdrawal from the "Servant of the People" faction due to the vote on NABU and SAP. He noted that they were forced to vote under threat.
