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Ruslan Kravchenko

Prosecutor General of Ukraine
Ruslan Andriyovych Kravchenko was born on March 14, 1990, in Sievierodonetsk, Luhansk Oblast. He graduated from the Military Law Faculty of the Yaroslav Mudryi National Law University. He worked as an investigator and prosecutor in various regions of Ukraine, including Sevastopol, Rivne, and Lviv Oblasts. He directly participated in the anti-terrorist operation. He has the status of a combatant. He was a prosecutor in the case of Viktor Yanukovych, in which he secured the conviction of the former president. He conducted the recording and investigation of Russian war crimes in Bucha. He headed the Kyiv Regional Military Administration and the State Tax Service of Ukraine. On June 17, 2025, the Verkhovna Rada supported the appointment of Ruslan Kravchenko as the Prosecutor General of Ukraine.
2014
Participated in the anti-terrorist operation in eastern Ukraine, performing the duties of a prosecutor
2016
Awarded the Order of Danylo Halytskyi
2016
Received the President of Ukraine's award "For Participation in the Anti-Terrorist Operation."
2017
Served as prosecutor in the case of former President Viktor Yanukovych, who was found guilty of treason
2018
Awarded the "Badge of Honor" of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine
2019
Received the "For Conscientious Service in the Prosecutor's Office" badge
2021
Headed the Bucha District Prosecutor's Office of the Kyiv Region
2022
Awarded the Order of Merit, III degree
2023
Appointed Head of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration
2024
Headed the State Tax Service of Ukraine
2025
Appointed Prosecutor General of Ukraine
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Russian strike on the Lavra qualified as a violation of the laws and customs of war - Prosecutor General Kravchenko provides detailsPhoto

Investigation launched into the strike on the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra and the Dovzhenko Film Studios. Nearly 2,000 cultural heritage sites have already been damaged in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 10:42 AM • 5118 views
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An internal investigation is necessary regarding the ESBU's falsehoods in the 2025 report - retired judge

The ESBU has been accused of falsifying a report on the recovery of 3. 8 billion UAH in damages. Experts demand an investigation and the punishment of responsible officials.

Economy • June 11, 01:14 PM • 63895 views
Stepfather sentenced to life imprisonment for raping 11-year-old stepdaughter - Prosecutor General

The court sentenced a stepfather to life imprisonment for raping his stepdaughter over a period of eight months. The victim is the daughter of a Hero of Ukraine who died at the front.

Society • June 10, 01:22 PM • 2565 views
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Lies in ESBU reporting could lead to criminal liability for its leadership - retired judge

The ESBU has been accused of inflating budget damage recovery figures for 2025 from 47 million to 3. 8 billion UAH. The leadership faces a potential criminal case for falsifying the report.

Economy • June 10, 10:40 AM • 37054 views
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Reviewing the Legality of ESBU Cases: Lawyer Explains Mechanism for Auditing Criminal Proceedings Against Businesses

The lawyer explained that the audit of the Economic Security Bureau of Ukraine (ESBU) criminal cases refers to a review of the legality of initiating criminal proceedings and the decisions made during investigations. This will help identify groundless proceedings and pressure on businesses.

Economy • June 8, 11:47 AM • 65836 views
Case involving the procurement of 300,000 unfit gloves for the AFU worth 231 million UAH sent to court - Prosecutor General

The case of a former Ministry of Defense official regarding the procurement of 300,000 low-quality gloves has been referred to court. The losses to the state amount to over 231 million hryvnias.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 09:21 AM • 3763 views
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Audit of ESBU criminal cases should be the first step toward rebooting the agency

Corruption scandals within the ESBU have brought to the fore the issue of auditing criminal proceedings that may be used as a tool for pressuring businesses. Experts believe that verifying the legality of such cases, particularly those regarding aircraft leasing, should be the first step toward a genuine reboot of the Economic Security Bureau of Ukraine.

Economy • June 5, 12:41 PM • 79846 views
Prosecutor General Kravchenko counts on FBI assistance in expanding the evidence base regarding Russian aggressionPhoto

The Prosecutor General discussed countering cybercrime and collecting evidence of Russian aggression with the FBI. Digital forensics and the pursuit of criminals became the priorities.

Politics • June 5, 09:01 AM • 2800 views
Former judge who passed data on "Azov" fighters to the Russian FSB sentenced for high treason - Prosecutor GeneralPhotoVideo

A former judge from Berdyansk passed data on Azov fighters and AFU movements to the FSB. She was sentenced to 15 years in prison with confiscation of all property.

Society • June 5, 07:03 AM • 5081 views
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Audit of Cases and Relaunch of the ESBU: Why the Review Should Start with Criminal Cases Against Airlines

The ESBU requires an audit due to corruption and pressure on airlines in leasing cases. Experts consider these proceedings groundless and demand reforms.

Economy • June 4, 12:00 PM • 78572 views
Swedish court seizes vessel Caffa in first case following request from Ukrainian Prosecutor's Office - Kravchenko

Sweden has seized the vessel Caffa for the illegal export of products from occupied territories. This is the first case of a seizure based on an international request from the Prosecutor's Office.

Crimes and emergencies • June 4, 10:47 AM • 3401 views
Prosecutor General Kravchenko paid a visit to the USA. During a series of meetings, he discussed cooperation with the FBI and the fight against corruptionPhoto

Prosecutor General Kravchenko discussed cooperation with the FBI and the investigation of war crimes in the USA. The talks also covered the fight against corruption and the strengthening of sanctions.

Politics • June 3, 03:50 PM • 2712 views
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Following the bribery scandal at the ESBU, MPs call for an investigation into the legality of open cases

Due to bribery at the ESBU, MPs demand an audit of criminal cases. The review is intended to identify instances of pressure on business and purge the ranks of the law enforcement agency.

Economy • June 3, 07:12 AM • 70940 views
Large-scale document forgery scheme operated in Kyiv region; 31 searches conducted, 15 suspects identified – Prosecutor GeneralPhoto

A network for manufacturing passports and diplomas involving 15 participants was exposed in the Kyiv region. During 31 searches, seals, equipment, and finished forgeries were seized.

Crimes and emergencies • June 3, 07:12 AM • 9293 views
In Zakarpattia, over UAH 100 million embezzled during construction of substation protection; official served with notice of suspicion – Prosecutor General

In Zakarpattia, an official allowed the embezzlement of UAH 104. 9 million intended for the protection of an energy facility. He approved the procurement of materials at prices inflated fivefold.

Crimes and emergencies • June 2, 03:01 PM • 13403 views
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Corruption Scandal at ESBU: Parliament Calls for Audit of Legality of Open Criminal Cases

Two ESBU officials were exposed for taking bribes to close cases and facilitate business activities. The Verkhovna Rada demands an audit of all criminal proceedings of the agency and a cleanup of the body from corruption.

Politics • June 1, 12:19 PM • 131046 views
Earned $700,000 on the escape of men abroad; a deputy and a police officer are among the organizers of the scheme – Prosecutor GeneralVideo

In Bukovyna, a deputy and a police officer organized a scheme for men to escape to Romania. The perpetrators earned 700,000 dollars and have already been served with notices of suspicion.

Society • May 29, 01:44 PM • 4534 views
Call center in Kharkiv defrauded EU citizens of over €100,000 through investment schemes; operation exposed – Prosecutor GeneralPhotoVideo

Fraudsters swindled foreigners out of more than 100,000 euros through investment schemes. The organizers were detained during a joint operation between Ukraine and Latvia.

Crimes and emergencies • May 29, 08:01 AM • 3338 views
BEB detective and analyst exposed for bribery - Prosecutor GeneralPhoto

In the Kyiv region, a BEB detective demanded 15,000 dollars to close a case. An analyst from the agency promised to influence the issuance of a license for 2,000 dollars.

Crimes and emergencies • May 28, 02:12 PM • 3280 views
Case of multi-million embezzlement on armored vehicle spare parts reaches court - Prosecutor General

A case regarding the supply of low-quality spare parts for armored vehicles worth 171 million UAH has been referred to court. The losses to the state from the scheme amount to 126 million UAH.

Economy • May 28, 06:48 AM • 2815 views
In Ivano-Frankivsk, the chief architect and city hall officials were caught in a scheme selling permits to developers - Prosecutor GeneralPhotoVideo

The city's chief architect and other officials are suspected in a bribery case involving the issuance of urban planning documentation. Three participants in the corruption scheme have been detained.

Society • May 27, 10:41 AM • 4840 views
The Mayor of Kiliya is suspected of profiting from an energy project during the warPhoto

The Mayor of Kiliya was exposed for taking a $35,000 bribe for a wind power plant permit. The official is suspected of receiving the money through a crypto scheme and has been detained.

Crimes and emergencies • May 26, 10:31 AM • 3444 views
New suspects named in case involving embezzlement of 27 million intended for victims of occupationPhotoVideo

There are now seven suspects in the case involving the misappropriation of 27 million UAH intended for the de-occupied Kyiv region. The funds were embezzled through controlled charitable organizations.

Crimes and emergencies • May 26, 08:22 AM • 3273 views
TCR officials fictitiously "mobilized" 276 people in a "paper army" scheme - Prosecutor GeneralPhoto

TCR officials are suspected of fictitiously mobilizing 276 individuals, including deceased persons and prisoners. Three suspects have been remanded in custody as a preventive measure.

Society • May 26, 06:42 AM • 5428 views
Death of a boy with a disability from starvation: the director of the social service center has been notified of suspicion, the mother's sentence will be appealedVideo

The director of a social service center in the Vinnytsia region has been served with a notice of suspicion following the death of a child from starvation. A link has been established between her negligence and the death of the 10-year-old boy.

Society • May 22, 04:49 PM • 3997 views
Cigarettes via online prescriptions and vapes worth 37 million UAH: two illegal tobacco businesses liquidated in Kharkiv regionPhoto

Law enforcement officers have uncovered an underground cigarette factory and a vape distribution network in Kharkiv. Goods worth 37 million UAH were seized, and three individuals have been served with notices of suspicion.

Economy • May 22, 07:31 AM • 2778 views
The case of protecting "porn offices": National Police top officials and a driver remanded in custody with multi-million bail amounts

The court has arrested police officials for covering up a network of porn offices. The suspects were granted bail ranging from one to eight million hryvnias.

Crimes and emergencies • May 21, 04:12 PM • 22242 views
Journalist: 12 million hryvnias bail requested for Vorobei, suspect in 'porn offices' case

Prosecutors are requesting 12 million in bail for Vorobei, an assistant to the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs. He is suspected of systematic protection of a network of porn offices.

Society • May 21, 03:52 PM • 13202 views
Dealers orchestrated a 71 million UAH scheme involving counterfeit documents and expired rations for the AFU – Prosecutor GeneralPhoto

Entrepreneurs supplied the AFU with low-quality field rations worth 71 million UAH through document forgery. A former Ministry of Defense official is among the suspects.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 01:15 PM • 3892 views
Preventive measure to be determined for regional National Police leadership suspected of involvement in porn business

The Pechersk Court will determine preventive measures for police chiefs from three regions. The officials are suspected of protecting a network of porn studios in exchange for bribes.

Society • May 21, 09:39 AM • 3300 views